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BPL 632T

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,487 mi
Last recorded42,487 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPL 632T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 42,487 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 42,325 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 41,925 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 41,589 miles

Both suspension leaf springs corroded but not weakend

Fail 27 Aug 2021 41,589 miles

Both suspension leaf springs corroded but not weakend

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 41,309 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 40,772 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 40,482 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 40,464 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,454 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 40,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 May 2014 40,062 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 39,641 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 39,288 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 39,074 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 38,337 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 37,704 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 37,021 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 37,021 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 36,492 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 35,753 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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BPL 632T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 52,230 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 BPL 632T, 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 47 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 BPL 632T?

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What year was BPL 632T registered?

BPL 632T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 March 1979.

Is BPL 632T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPL 632T shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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