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MPU 436J

1971 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,350 mi
Last recorded54,350 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2010
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPU 436J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2010 54,350 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 54,350 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 1 May 2009 54,157 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

rear nearside hand and foot brake efforts lower than offside

Pass 13 May 2008 54,146 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 May 2007 53,639 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 53,184 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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MPU 436J is a 1971 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 48,638 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 MPU 436J, 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 55 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 MPU 436J registered?

MPU 436J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 February 1971.

Is MPU 436J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPU 436J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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