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BLV 551K

1972 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,062 mi
Last recorded56,062 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2010
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLV 551K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2010 56,062 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 56,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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BLV 551K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 52,817 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 BLV 551K, 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 54 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 BLV 551K registered?

BLV 551K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is BLV 551K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLV 551K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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