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OAM 163M

1973 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,971 mi
Last recorded74,971 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2011
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAM 163M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2011 74,971 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 63,679 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 56,195 miles

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

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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OAM 163M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 48,538 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 OAM 163M, 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 53 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 OAM 163M?

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What year was OAM 163M registered?

OAM 163M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 October 1973.

Is OAM 163M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAM 163M shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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