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GYU 4J

1971 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,577 mi
Last recorded86,577 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYU 4J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 86,577 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 86,577 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced main (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 86,308 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 86,308 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 86,308 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 86,308 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 86,308 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 86,308 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 86,165 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 7 Sep 2010 86,165 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 14 Oct 2009 85,917 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 85,917 miles

under body heavily undersealed † †slight bind to near side rear wheel

Pass 10 May 2006 85,917 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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GYU 4J is a 1971 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 GYU 4J, 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 GYU 4J registered?

GYU 4J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 June 1971.

Is GYU 4J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYU 4J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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