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BVM 254K

1972 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,024 mi
Last recorded75,024 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVM 254K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 75,024 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 73,561 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 70,759 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 69,038 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 67,137 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 66,532 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 66,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2020 66,522 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 62,511 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 60,935 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Apr 2017 58,512 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 56,589 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 53,841 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 51,036 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 254K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Orange with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 BVM 254K, 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 254K registered?

BVM 254K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is BVM 254K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVM 254K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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