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BVX 965T

1978 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,621 mi
Last recorded79,621 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVX 965T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2012 79,621 miles

extensive corrosion on underside

Fail 27 Jun 2012 79,621 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

extensive corrosion on underside

offside front Track control arm inner bush is excessively perished but no movement

Pass 8 May 2009 76,580 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 76,580 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 75,404 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 75,404 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 72,705 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 72,705 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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BVX 965T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 BVX 965T, 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 48 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 BVX 965T registered?

BVX 965T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BVX 965T safe to buy?

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