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OBM 183H

1970 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,540 mi
Last recorded2,540 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBM 183H
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 2,540 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 2,523 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 1,394 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 547 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 447 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 14 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 2 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

chassis number plates not fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2011 79,022 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s front headlamp pattern is very dull

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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OBM 183H is a 1970 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OBM 183H, 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 OBM 183H registered?

OBM 183H is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 April 1970.

Is OBM 183H safe to buy?

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