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TBO 861N

1974 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,701 mi
Last recorded33,701 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBO 861N
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 33,701 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 33,689 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 33,635 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 32,913 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 32,887 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 32,873 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 32,096 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 31,558 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 30,670 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 30,670 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 28,913 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 28,913 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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TBO 861N is a 1974 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc 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 TBO 861N, 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 TBO 861N?

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What year was TBO 861N registered?

TBO 861N is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 August 1974.

Is TBO 861N safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBO 861N shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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