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DUC 430J

1970 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,654 mi
Last recorded30,654 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUC 430J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 30,654 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 30,654 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2014 30,557 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 30,553 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2011 29,260 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 21,685 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 21,685 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Fail 29 May 2009 21,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2009 21,685 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 44,227 miles

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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DUC 430J is a 1970 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DUC 430J, 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.

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What year was DUC 430J registered?

DUC 430J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1970.

Is DUC 430J safe to buy?

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