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JYT 51N

1974 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,819 mi
Last recorded72,819 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYT 51N
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 72,819 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 72,819 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 72,819 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 72,819 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 72,819 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 72,819 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 72,819 miles

both rear inner sill to chassis sections corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2016 72,570 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 71,229 miles

front floor pans corroded but not within prescribed area

n/s track rod end heavily perished

n/s/r tyre heavily perished

o/s headlight image poor

o/s track rod end play onlimit and dust cover heavily perished

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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JYT 51N is a 1974 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYT 51N, 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 52 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 JYT 51N?

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What year was JYT 51N registered?

JYT 51N is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 September 1974.

Is JYT 51N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYT 51N shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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