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GPN 320L

1972 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,187 mi
Last recorded49,187 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPN 320L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 49,187 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 49,958 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 49,170 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 48,720 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 48,180 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 47,856 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 47,856 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2014 47,679 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 46,746 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 45,326 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 44,811 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 42,848 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 42,848 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 41,393 miles

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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GPN 320L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 52,817 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 GPN 320L, 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 54 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 GPN 320L?

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What year was GPN 320L registered?

GPN 320L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 December 1972.

Is GPN 320L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPN 320L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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