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JYA 940K

1972 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2009
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

31,321 mi
Last recorded31,321 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2009
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYA 940K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2009 31,321 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion throughout and heavy sealer / underseal application throughout

Pass 6 Oct 2008 29,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Extensive welding repairs have been carried out to this vehicle

Steering rack mounting cusions week

Fail 2 Oct 2008 29,628 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Extensive welding repairs have been carried out to this vehicle

Steering rack mounting cusions week

Pass 13 Sep 2007 27,370 miles

advisory notice the same as 543706357299 on 13/09/2007

Fail 13 Sep 2007 27,370 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corroded started both outer sill

vehicle been plated all over under side

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 25,222 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 25,199 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

surface corrosion to entire underside.

the underside of this vehicle is heavily coated in underseal. the best possible test was carried out under these circumstances.

Pass 3 Oct 2005 22,299 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 22,299 miles

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

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

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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JYA 940K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1972 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 52,817 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 JYA 940K, 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 54 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 JYA 940K registered?

JYA 940K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is JYA 940K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYA 940K shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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