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BAH 970T

1978 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,128 mi
Last recorded28,128 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 970T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 28,128 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 27,148 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 26,013 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 25,821 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 25,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 10,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 3 Apr 2010 10,064 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 136 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 94,377 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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BAH 970T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 BAH 970T, 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 48 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAH 970T registered?

BAH 970T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is BAH 970T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 970T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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