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RAB 203Y

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,717 mi
Last recorded3,717 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2013
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAB 203Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2013 3,717 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 4,920 miles

nearside front indicator lens missing

no rear seats fitted at time of test

some movement in offside steering rack mounting bracket

Fail 3 Nov 2011 4,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front fuel pipe insecure

locking pins missing form antiroll bar end castle nuts

nearside front indicator lens missing

no rear seats fitted at time of test

possible offside front brake caliper bolt loose

some movement in offside steering rack mounting bracket

Pass 24 Sep 2010 3,134 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 2,288 miles

osf and nsf inner wheel archs corroded. borderline 30cm of chassis rail

Fail 3 Aug 2009 2,288 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

osf and nsf inner wheel archs corroded. borderline 30cm of chassis rail

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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RAB 203Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAB 203Y, 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 RAB 203Y?

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What year was RAB 203Y registered?

RAB 203Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 March 1983.

Is RAB 203Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAB 203Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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