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BWP 506H

1970 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,992 mi
Last recorded90,992 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 506H
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2015 90,992 miles

Handbrake long but effective

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear footbrake effective but on limit

Pass 23 Dec 2013 90,610 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 89,978 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 89,169 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 15 Feb 2010 88,455 miles

rear tyres perished and near limit.

Pass 8 Jan 2009 87,644 miles

exhaust centre and rear sections leaking slightly

Pass 15 Sep 2007 87,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 87,340 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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BWP 506H is a 1970 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 43,121 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 BWP 506H, 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 56 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 BWP 506H registered?

BWP 506H is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 March 1970.

Is BWP 506H safe to buy?

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