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PBK 635M

1973 Ford Capri

White Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,965 mi
Last recorded47,965 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBK 635M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 47,965 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

braided type brake hoses fitted

check speedometer illumination

Pass 30 Jul 2018 47,599 miles

NOTE braided brake hoses fitted

Nearside steering rack boot perishing

Offside check track rod end for noise when moving steering

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

STRONGLY ADVISE check rear brakes for imbalance

check speedometer illumination

Pass 26 Jul 2017 47,280 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

braided type brake hoses fitted

check rear brakes for imbalance

Pass 28 Jul 2016 46,865 miles

braided type brake hoses fitted

check rear brake balance

play/wear in inner steering rack joints

Pass 4 Aug 2015 46,130 miles

braided type brake hoses fitted

play/wear in steering rack inner joints

Pass 4 Aug 2014 45,537 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

braided type brake hoses fitted

check hazard light switch 'tell-tale'

check speedometer illumination

steering rack boots perishing

vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 2 Aug 2013 44,946 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

steering rack boots perishing

vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 1 Aug 2012 44,445 miles

Check hazard switch operation

Front fuel pipe rusty

Heavy underseal on underside

Pass 4 Aug 2011 43,746 miles

NOTE braided type brake hoses fitted

fuel pipe on front cross member getting rusty

slight wear in ends of steering rack

steering rack boots perishing

Pass 4 Aug 2010 42,990 miles

NOTE braided type brake hoses fitted

NOTE vehicle heavily undersealed

fuel pipe on front cross member getting rusty

slight wear in ends of steeirng rack

steering rack boots perishing

Fail 2 Aug 2010 42,985 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

NOTE braided type brake hoses fitted

NOTE vehicle heavily undersealed

fuel pipe on front cross member getting rusty

slight wear in ends of steeirng rack

steering rack boots perishing

Pass 5 Aug 2009 42,520 miles

NOTE braided type brake hoses fitted

check rear service brake for imbalance

fuel pipe on front cross member getting rusty

o/s front floor getting rusty, not testable area

slight wear in ends of steering rack

steering rack boots perishing

Pass 31 Jul 2008 41,088 miles

front suspension bushes starting to perish

Fail 9 Jul 2008 41,064 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b) DANGEROUS

front suspension bushes starting to perish

Pass 1 Jun 2006 40,097 miles

Check rear brakes N/S reading low

Pass 15 Jun 2005 38,807 miles

ADVISE O/S AND N/S FRONT INNER TRACK CONTROL ARM BUSHES SOFT

ADVISE O/S FRONT INNER WING GETTING RUSTY

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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PBK 635M is a 1973 Ford Capri in White with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PBK 635M, 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

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What year was PBK 635M registered?

PBK 635M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 November 1973.

Is PBK 635M safe to buy?

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