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HHK 172H

1970 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,302 mi
Last recorded57,302 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHK 172H
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 57,302 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 57,099 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 56,753 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 56,220 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 56,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 55,970 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 55,970 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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HHK 172H is a 1970 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 43,121 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 HHK 172H, 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 56 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 HHK 172H?

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What year was HHK 172H registered?

HHK 172H is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 April 1970.

Is HHK 172H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHK 172H shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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