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PVW 724M

1974 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,371 mi
Last recorded24,371 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2012
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVW 724M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2012 24,371 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,148 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 24,136 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 23,700 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,120 miles

all indicators flashing slighty slow,at idle speed.

offside rear wheel arch starting to corrode.

rear valance panel,rear lower quarter panels both sides all corroding,but none prescribed areas.

the complete underside of vehicle is heavily undersealed making inspection difficult?

Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,493 miles

Body work has numerous corrosion areas.

Fail 25 Mar 2008 22,478 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Body work has numerous corrosion areas.

Pass 27 Mar 2007 21,711 miles

both front doors are corroded around hinges/stays

underside of vehicle heavily covered in underseal

Pass 14 Mar 2006 21,141 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

alot of under bodygard has been used

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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PVW 724M is a 1974 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,658 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 PVW 724M, 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 52 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 PVW 724M?

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What year was PVW 724M registered?

PVW 724M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is PVW 724M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVW 724M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVW 724M have outstanding finance?

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