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MFL 269H

1970 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,260 mi
Last recorded20,260 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFL 269H
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 20,260 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 19,868 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 19,171 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 18,645 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 18,391 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 17,969 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 17,647 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 17 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 16,852 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 16,852 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 16,266 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 16,250 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 15,279 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 14,604 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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MFL 269H is a 1970 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MFL 269H, 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 MFL 269H registered?

MFL 269H is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is MFL 269H safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFL 269H shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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