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RAF 840M

1974 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,678 mi
Last recorded48,678 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAF 840M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 48,678 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 486,768 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 48,575 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 48,560 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 May 2012 48,557 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 48,557 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 48,536 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 4,850 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 48,450 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 48,413 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 48,413 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 46,572 miles

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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RAF 840M is a 1974 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RAF 840M, 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

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What year was RAF 840M registered?

RAF 840M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 April 1974.

Is RAF 840M safe to buy?

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