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GBD 574L

1971 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,579 mi
Last recorded55,579 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 574L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 55,579 miles

vehicle repaired and undersealed

Pass 13 Apr 2012 53,480 miles

vehicle repaired and undersealed

Pass 7 Apr 2011 52,385 miles

vehicle repaired and undersealed

Fail 29 Mar 2011 52,384 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

vehicle repaired and undersealed

Pass 13 Apr 2010 50,284 miles

underbody undersealed and welded

Fail 13 Apr 2010 50,281 miles

Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

underbody undersealed and welded

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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GBD 574L is a 1971 Ford Capri in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GBD 574L, 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 GBD 574L?

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What year was GBD 574L registered?

GBD 574L is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GBD 574L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 574L shows 6 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.

Does GBD 574L have outstanding finance?

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