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HSH 753

1962 Ford Capri

Maroon Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,459 mi
Last recorded83,459 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2012
Typical for 1962 Ford Capri42,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSH 753
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1962
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2012 83,459 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 83,393 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 May 2011 83,393 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 May 2010 82,345 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 81,191 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 80,530 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 79,798 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 79,131 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 May 2005 79,099 miles
Fail 16 May 2005 79,097 miles

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

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

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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HSH 753 is a 1962 Ford Capri in Maroon with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1962 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 42,115 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 HSH 753, 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 64 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 HSH 753 registered?

HSH 753 is a 1962 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 September 1962.

Is HSH 753 safe to buy?

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