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NGF 183Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

1,852 mi
Last recorded1,852 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGF 183Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 1,852 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 570 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 1 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 1,588 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 163 miles

Offside Front inner steering rack joint worn

Fail 26 Feb 2016 163 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front inner steering rack joint worn

Pass 17 Feb 2015 10,043 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 8,774 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Nov 2013 8,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 7,969 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 6,860 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 6,860 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 95,806 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 86,191 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 73,871 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 67,464 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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NGF 183Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NGF 183Y, 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.

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What year was NGF 183Y registered?

NGF 183Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 January 1983.

Is NGF 183Y safe to buy?

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