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EVT 803Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,665 mi
Last recorded4,665 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVT 803Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2012 4,665 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 4,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 1,249 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 97,694 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 95,614 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 95,609 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 93,844 miles

corrosion on both rear chassis rail's

corrosion sround o/s/f top suspension mounting

handbrake travel

Pass 13 Jun 2006 90,292 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
11,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 4,143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,055
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,852
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,080
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,143
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EVT 803Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,621 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EVT 803Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Capri typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EVT 803Y?

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What year was EVT 803Y registered?

EVT 803Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 June 1983.

Is EVT 803Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVT 803Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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