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DLD 971J

1971 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,325 mi
Last recorded3,325 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLD 971J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 3,325 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 3,214 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 3,049 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 2,931 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 2,883 miles

Centre Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 2,774 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2012 2,680 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 2,596 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 2,510 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s rear outer sill corroded

streering rack drum stick ball ends worn

Pass 20 Oct 2009 2,232 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 2,230 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 1,374 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 1,369 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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DLD 971J is a 1971 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLD 971J, 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 DLD 971J registered?

DLD 971J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 March 1971.

Is DLD 971J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLD 971J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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