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SVW 273M

1974 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,524 mi
Last recorded38,524 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVW 273M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 38,524 miles

General body corrosion

Pass 25 Aug 2012 37,965 miles

CORROSION UNDERSIDE

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 35,049 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

SURFACE CORROSION UNDERSIDE

Pass 21 Oct 2008 34,347 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 34,317 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

surface corrosion to front crossmember and both outer sills

Pass 23 Mar 2007 33,094 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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SVW 273M is a 1974 Ford Capri in Orange with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SVW 273M, 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 SVW 273M registered?

SVW 273M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 June 1974.

Is SVW 273M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVW 273M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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