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NJY 553J

1971 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,822 mi
Last recorded32,822 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJY 553J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 32,822 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 32,658 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 32,592 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 32,367 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 32,367 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 32,038 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 32,038 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2017 30,854 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 30,344 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 29,300 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 27,830 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 26,361 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 25,125 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 25,125 miles

Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 22,875 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 22,875 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 22,857 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2009 22,681 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 22,403 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 21,879 miles

Clutch pedal loose

Flasher speed slow

High parking lever travel

Fail 22 May 2006 21,310 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

general knocking from suspention

slight play in steering rack

Pass 22 May 2006 21,310 miles

general knocking from suspention

slight play in steering rack

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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NJY 553J is a 1971 Ford Capri in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 NJY 553J, 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

How do I check the history of NJY 553J?

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What year was NJY 553J registered?

NJY 553J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is NJY 553J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJY 553J shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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