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KWP 527K

1972 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,641 mi
Last recorded96,641 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWP 527K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2024 96,641 miles

Central Oil leaking excessively from transmission Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing To Front Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill To Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Not Locking In Down Position (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Chassis ( Anti-Roll Bar Mount ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing To Front Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill To Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cable knotted Frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Wing Top Mount Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Some Travel On Foot Brake

Pass 10 May 2021 96,503 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 96,358 miles

BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL ON LIMIT

Fail 21 Feb 2020 96,345 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 96,325 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 96,034 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 95,747 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 95,087 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 94,600 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 93,852 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 93,852 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 93,134 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 91,570 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 90,988 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 90,988 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KWP 527K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KWP 527K, 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.

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What year was KWP 527K registered?

KWP 527K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 January 1972.

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