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BAB 693W

1980 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,113 mi
Last recorded76,113 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAB 693W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 76,113 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 76,014 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 75,975 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 75,780 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 75,686 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 75,494 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 26 May 2011 75,277 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 74,909 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 74,909 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 74,324 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 73,383 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 26 Jan 2007 73,383 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Dec 2005 71,543 miles

Nearside Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 29 Sep 2005 71,518 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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BAB 693W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 BAB 693W, 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 46 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BAB 693W?

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What year was BAB 693W registered?

BAB 693W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 October 1980.

Is BAB 693W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAB 693W shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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