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FKJ 885L

1972 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,641 mi
Last recorded46,641 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 885L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 46,641 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 46,641 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2024 46,425 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 46,399 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

rear axle top mounts require spacers fitting

Pass 2 May 2023 46,119 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 46,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) excess wear in rack end bush, n/s (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

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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FKJ 885L is a 1972 Ford Capri in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FKJ 885L, 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 FKJ 885L registered?

FKJ 885L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is FKJ 885L safe to buy?

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