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GJH 759K

1971 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,061 mi
Last recorded95,061 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJH 759K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2008 95,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside fronr, offside front and rear floor holed and corroded.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Sep 2008 95,048 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside fronr, offside front and rear floor holed and corroded.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GJH 759K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GJH 759K, 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 GJH 759K registered?

GJH 759K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1971.

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