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JMA 423K

1971 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,539 mi
Last recorded36,539 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMA 423K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 36,539 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 36,302 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 90,863 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 86,824 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 86,824 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipes slight corrosion

vin plate loose

Pass 20 May 2009 86,677 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 86,656 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 86,038 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 85,352 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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JMA 423K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 JMA 423K, 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 JMA 423K registered?

JMA 423K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 December 1971.

Is JMA 423K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMA 423K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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