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DHW 804K

1971 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,924 mi
Last recorded35,924 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHW 804K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2008 35,924 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

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

some play in o/s end of steering rack.

Pass 2 Oct 2007 32,905 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 29,770 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 29,770 miles

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

Nearside Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 26,581 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 26,581 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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DHW 804K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DHW 804K, 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

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What year was DHW 804K registered?

DHW 804K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is DHW 804K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHW 804K shows 6 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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