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PBF 872M

1973 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,205 mi
Last recorded48,205 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBF 872M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 48,205 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 48,100 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 48,077 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 48,047 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 47,885 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 47,882 miles

slight play in steering rack (both sides)

surface rust on brake discs

Fail 5 Oct 2011 47,882 miles

Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

slight play in steering rack (both sides)

surface rust on brake discs

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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PBF 872M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 48,538 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 PBF 872M, 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 53 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 PBF 872M?

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What year was PBF 872M registered?

PBF 872M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is PBF 872M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBF 872M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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