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BVM 237K

1972 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 4950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,911 mi
Last recorded60,911 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVM 237K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,950cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 60,911 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 60,991 miles

Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached front antiroll bar end securing nuts have no retaining split pins.and bushes mi-aligned. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play locating pin loose in steering arm. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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BVM 237K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 4,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 52,817 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 BVM 237K, 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 54 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 BVM 237K registered?

BVM 237K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is BVM 237K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVM 237K 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.

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