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JJW 199K

1971 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,272 mi
Last recorded54,272 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 199K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 54,272 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 54,176 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 54,176 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 54,133 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 54,123 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside front tyre

all old welded repairs covered up

Pass 10 Aug 2007 53,342 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 51,524 miles

indicator tell tale hanging down but is visible and working

Fail 11 Aug 2006 51,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

indicator tell tale hanging down but is visible and working

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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JJW 199K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 JJW 199K, 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 JJW 199K registered?

JJW 199K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 September 1971.

Is JJW 199K safe to buy?

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