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COH 685K

1971 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,516 mi
Last recorded17,516 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2009
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOH 685K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2009 17,516 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 16,923 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 16,890 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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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COH 685K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 COH 685K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of COH 685K?

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What year was COH 685K registered?

COH 685K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is COH 685K safe to buy?

The MOT history for COH 685K 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.

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