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TDV 601J

1970 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,919 mi
Last recorded38,919 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDV 601J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 38,919 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 38,651 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 37,859 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 36,787 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 36,510 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 35,424 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 34,665 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 33,828 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

battery insecure

brake fluid level low

n/s floorpan starting to corrode

o/s seatbelt starting to fray

play to clutch pedal

rear brake hose starting to perish

slight play to both front balljoints

slight play to n/s front floorpan

slight play to steering rack

suspect coolant leak

temp repair to exhaust system

unable to view n/s door mirror from inside

Fail 16 May 2006 33,818 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.1.9)

Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

brake fluid level low

coolant leak

n/s front floorpan starting to corroded

o/s front seatbelt starting to fray

rear brake hose starting to perish

side play to clutch pedal

slight damage to n/s front steering rack mounting

slight play to n/s front wheel bearing

temp repair to rear exhaust

unable to view n/s door mirror-interior mirror fitted

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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TDV 601J is a 1970 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 TDV 601J, 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 TDV 601J registered?

TDV 601J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 September 1970.

Is TDV 601J safe to buy?

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