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B470 XEV

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,696 mi
Last recorded39,696 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB470 XEV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2024 39,696 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,609 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 39,495 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 39,351 miles

speedo cable laying across exhaust.

Pass 30 Mar 2020 39,079 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 38,860 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,601 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 38,425 miles

Offside Rear slight bulge in o/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 23 Mar 2016 38,205 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 37,937 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 37,668 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 37,423 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 37,191 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 37,027 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 36,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

O/S/R tyre wearing low

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 36,784 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 36,338 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 35,271 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 35,056 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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B470 XEV is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,971 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 B470 XEV, 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 42 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B470 XEV registered?

B470 XEV is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B470 XEV safe to buy?

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