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HJW 321K

1971 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,047 mi
Last recorded49,047 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJW 321K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 49,047 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 49,026 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 49,026 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 May 2013 49,008 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 48,982 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 48,843 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 48,763 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 48,699 miles

slight play n/s steering rack

Pass 29 Nov 2006 48,638 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 28 Nov 2006 48,638 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 48,547 miles

Both n/s and o/s outer sills have heavy surface corrossion.

Slight play n/s and o/s sterring rack

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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HJW 321K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HJW 321K, 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 HJW 321K registered?

HJW 321K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 September 1971.

Is HJW 321K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJW 321K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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