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CGA 311K

1971 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

18,853 mi
Last recorded18,853 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2008
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGA 311K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2008 18,853 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coolant leak

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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CGA 311K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1971 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 48,638 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 CGA 311K, 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 55 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CGA 311K registered?

CGA 311K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 November 1971.

Is CGA 311K safe to buy?

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