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5140 HJ

1962 Ford Capri

Purple Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,055 mi
Last recorded56,055 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 1962 Ford Capri42,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5140 HJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1962
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 56,055 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 56,034 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 56,034 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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5140 HJ is a 1962 Ford Capri in Purple with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1962 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 42,115 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 5140 HJ, 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 64 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 5140 HJ?

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What year was 5140 HJ registered?

5140 HJ is a 1962 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 June 1962.

Is 5140 HJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5140 HJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5140 HJ have outstanding finance?

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