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FMG 414J

1970 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,345 mi
Last recorded92,345 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMG 414J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 92,345 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 7,311 miles

front lower valance corroded.

radiator bottom hose leaking coolant.

Pass 6 Jun 2016 7,172 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 6,596 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2015 6,592 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2014 5,623 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 5,425 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 4,326 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 2,795 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 2,795 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 22 miles

Oil 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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FMG 414J is a 1970 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FMG 414J, 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 FMG 414J registered?

FMG 414J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 August 1970.

Is FMG 414J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMG 414J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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