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SMW 423J

1970 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,137 mi
Last recorded14,137 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMW 423J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 14,137 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 14,137 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 13,877 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 13,669 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 13,539 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 13,343 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 13,197 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,097 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 12,963 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 13 Jul 2012 12,634 miles

Both rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 15 Jul 2011 12,349 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 12,080 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 11,811 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 11,311 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f brake very slightly binding

Pass 16 Jul 2008 11,311 miles

o/s/f brake very slightly binding

Pass 14 Jul 2007 10,872 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 10,734 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Jul 2005 10,287 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

slight crack in n/s windscreen

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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SMW 423J is a 1970 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 43,121 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 SMW 423J, 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 56 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SMW 423J registered?

SMW 423J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 August 1970.

Is SMW 423J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMW 423J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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