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DJD 879H

1970 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,835 mi
Last recorded67,835 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJD 879H
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 67,835 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 67,813 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess fraying (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2010 67,528 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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DJD 879H is a 1970 Ford Capri in White with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DJD 879H, 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

How do I check the history of DJD 879H?

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What year was DJD 879H registered?

DJD 879H is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 June 1970.

Is DJD 879H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJD 879H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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