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DYM 629J

1970 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,849 mi
Last recorded70,849 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYM 629J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2013 70,849 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

o/s front wing corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2011 70,340 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 69,312 miles

corrosion on near side front floor and sill

Pass 9 Jun 2009 67,825 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 66,879 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 65,824 miles

bad auto box leak

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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DYM 629J is a 1970 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DYM 629J, 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 DYM 629J registered?

DYM 629J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 September 1970.

Is DYM 629J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYM 629J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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