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LMF 798K

1972 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,277 mi
Last recorded22,277 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMF 798K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 22,277 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 21,626 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 21,065 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 20,687 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 14 Jun 2013 19,583 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 19,076 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 19,068 miles

Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 18,016 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 17,664 miles

fuel pipe poorley secured

Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,583 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 17,575 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2007 17,293 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 16,930 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 16,807 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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LMF 798K is a 1972 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LMF 798K, 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 LMF 798K registered?

LMF 798K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is LMF 798K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMF 798K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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