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POF 470M

1973 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,654 mi
Last recorded74,654 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2013
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOF 470M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2013 74,654 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 7,427 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2011 74,275 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

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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POF 470M is a 1973 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 POF 470M, 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 POF 470M registered?

POF 470M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is POF 470M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POF 470M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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