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GPW 852L

1972 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,707 mi
Last recorded68,707 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPW 852L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 68,707 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 56,566 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 54,672 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 54,672 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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GPW 852L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GPW 852L, 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 GPW 852L?

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What year was GPW 852L registered?

GPW 852L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is GPW 852L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPW 852L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GPW 852L have outstanding finance?

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