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KYA 490K

1972 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYA 490K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017
Pass 23 Mar 2016
Pass 25 Jun 2014
Pass 19 Aug 2011
Pass 18 Aug 2010
Pass 16 Feb 2009 81,588 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 80,457 miles

exhaust blow on o/s of front pipe

head lamp switch faulty

lift on o/s of steering rack

rear tyres perished

slight play on both front wheel bearings

Pass 13 Mar 2006 78,936 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 78,933 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

ALL TYRES HAVE CRACKING TO WALLS †RECOMEND THAT TYRES ARE REPLACED

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

battery insecure

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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KYA 490K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 KYA 490K, 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

How do I check the history of KYA 490K?

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What year was KYA 490K registered?

KYA 490K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 April 1972.

Is KYA 490K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYA 490K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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