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BTD 527V

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,646 mi
Last recorded43,646 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTD 527V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 43,646 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 43,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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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BTD 527V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BTD 527V, 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

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What year was BTD 527V registered?

BTD 527V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 April 1980.

Is BTD 527V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTD 527V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTD 527V have outstanding finance?

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