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KBM 740Y

1983 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,476 mi
Last recorded43,476 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBM 740Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,476 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 May 2012 40,934 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

play on offside front steering arm.

Fail 18 May 2012 40,921 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

play on offside front steering arm.

Pass 5 Apr 2011 38,181 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Jun 2009 34,428 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 30,550 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 25,928 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 25,914 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 20,015 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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KBM 740Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,621 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 KBM 740Y, 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 43 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KBM 740Y registered?

KBM 740Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 May 1983.

Is KBM 740Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBM 740Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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