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B970 FCF

1984 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,902 mi
Last recorded96,902 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB970 FCF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2023 96,902 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 96,846 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 96,794 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 96,787 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 96,751 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 96,690 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 96,635 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 96,533 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 96,451 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 96,369 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 95,896 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 95,364 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 94,798 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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B970 FCF is a 1984 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 B970 FCF, 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 B970 FCF registered?

B970 FCF is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 September 1984.

Is B970 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B970 FCF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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