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BGT 707X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

65,231 mi
Last recorded65,231 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGT 707X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 65,231 miles

nearside rear exhaust in a poor condition

Fail 6 Aug 2017 65,225 miles

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

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside rear exhaust in a poor condition

offside rear exhaust silencer in a poor condition

Pass 17 Jun 2016 65,050 miles

NEARSIDE EXHAUST TAILPIPE CORRODED

Fail 12 Jun 2016 65,044 miles

Nearside Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated synthetic bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated synthetic bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

NEARSIDE EXHAUST TAILPIPE CORRODED

Pass 6 Jun 2015 64,738 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 64,512 miles

n/s/f brake binding

Pass 25 May 2013 64,148 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 63,544 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Off side track control arm outer bush slightly weak

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2012 63,544 miles

Coolant leak

Off side track control arm outer bush slightly weak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 May 2011 63,289 miles

Battery loose

O/S/R Exhaust mount perishing

Oil leak

Fail 23 May 2011 63,289 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery loose

O/S/R Exhaust mount perishing

Oil leak

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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BGT 707X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 56,561 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 BGT 707X, 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 45 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BGT 707X registered?

BGT 707X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 August 1981.

Is BGT 707X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGT 707X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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