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WBB 516Y

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

25,182 mi
Last recorded25,182 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBB 516Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 25,182 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 23,914 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 22,511 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 20,979 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 19,713 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 18,457 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 16,784 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 14,519 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 12,625 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 10,978 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S & O/S

Pass 6 Apr 2016 9,141 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 7,302 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 5,442 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 4,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 2,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 2,613 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 886 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 98,266 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 98,266 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 96,569 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 95,824 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 95,033 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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WBB 516Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 WBB 516Y, 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

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What year was WBB 516Y registered?

WBB 516Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 April 1983.

Is WBB 516Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBB 516Y shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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