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HLP 755K

1971 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

91,363 mi
Last recorded91,363 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLP 755K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 91,363 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 91,350 miles

Ns and Os Front Shocks Weak

Fail 20 Jul 2016 91,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 91,335 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Slight free play in steering rack

Fail 20 Jul 2015 91,320 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Oil leak

play in both sides of steering rack

Fail 27 Jun 2015 91,320 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014
Fail 14 Apr 2014 91,277 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 91,091 miles

slight play steering rack

Pass 8 Mar 2012 90,753 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 90,657 miles

under body sills chassis various stages corrosion

Pass 16 Mar 2010 90,451 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 89,973 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 89,958 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 89,273 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 42,999 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 85,862 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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HLP 755K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 HLP 755K, 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

How do I check the history of HLP 755K?

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What year was HLP 755K registered?

HLP 755K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 August 1971.

Is HLP 755K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLP 755K shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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