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FEV 298H

1970 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,848 mi
Last recorded87,848 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2008
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 298H
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2008 87,848 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 87,847 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 87,825 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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FEV 298H is a 1970 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,000cc 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 FEV 298H, 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 FEV 298H?

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What year was FEV 298H registered?

FEV 298H is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 May 1970.

Is FEV 298H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 298H 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.

Does FEV 298H have outstanding finance?

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