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BDM 713S

1977 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,190 mi
Last recorded82,190 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDM 713S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 82,190 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 81,658 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 81,152 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 80,565 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 80,105 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 79,620 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 78,986 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 78,662 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 78,406 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 77,995 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 77,244 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 76,693 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 76,220 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 75,709 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 May 2011 74,993 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 74,292 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 73,297 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 May 2008 72,587 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 72,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2007 71,663 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 70,797 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 70,797 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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BDM 713S is a 1977 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1977 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 48,504 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 BDM 713S, 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 49 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 BDM 713S registered?

BDM 713S is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is BDM 713S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDM 713S shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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