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GMH 808N

1974 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,311 mi
Last recorded22,311 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMH 808N
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 22,311 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 21,872 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 21,233 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 20,776 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 20,969 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both front tyres cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 31 Jul 2020 19,582 miles

both front tyres cracking

Pass 8 Jun 2019 18,386 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 18,268 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 18,245 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play track rod arm (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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GMH 808N is a 1974 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMH 808N, 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 GMH 808N?

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What year was GMH 808N registered?

GMH 808N is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 November 1974.

Is GMH 808N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMH 808N shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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