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FMT 552J

1970 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,327 mi
Last recorded72,327 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMT 552J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 72,327 miles

Nearside Rear signs of an oil leak at rear of brake drum suspect diff seal

Pass 11 Apr 2016 71,643 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Handbrake travel

Slight play to steering rack ends

Pass 16 Apr 2015 70,913 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 70,515 miles

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

STARTER MOTOR NOT WORKING EVERY TIME

Fail 11 Mar 2014 70,515 miles

Centre Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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FMT 552J is a 1970 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 43,121 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 FMT 552J, 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 56 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 FMT 552J registered?

FMT 552J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 December 1970.

Is FMT 552J safe to buy?

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