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GJF 83N

1974 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,622 mi
Last recorded77,622 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJF 83N
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 77,622 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 77,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2017 77,547 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 77,350 miles

slight play in nearside inner steering rack joint

Pass 9 Jan 2015 77,344 miles

all front seat mount bolts could do with washers

Fail 7 Jan 2015 77,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all front seat mount bolts could do with washers

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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GJF 83N is a 1974 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,658 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 GJF 83N, 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 52 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 GJF 83N?

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What year was GJF 83N registered?

GJF 83N is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 November 1974.

Is GJF 83N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJF 83N 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.

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