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BVJ 724V

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,447 mi
Last recorded18,447 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVJ 724V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2020 18,447 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 18,419 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 17,683 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 17,078 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 16,172 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 15,262 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 14,229 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 13,065 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 11,905 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 11,156 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 9,753 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 7,891 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 7,888 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Upper Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 79,313 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 79,313 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 78,931 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 78,931 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 78,098 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 77,106 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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BVJ 724V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 BVJ 724V, 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 BVJ 724V registered?

BVJ 724V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 February 1980.

Is BVJ 724V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVJ 724V shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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