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NLX 520L

1971 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,223 mi
Last recorded56,223 miles
Recorded on14 May 2009
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLX 520L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2009 56,223 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 55,808 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 55,808 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 55,243 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 54,817 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside & offside front brakes slightly binding

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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NLX 520L is a 1971 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NLX 520L, 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 NLX 520L?

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What year was NLX 520L registered?

NLX 520L is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is NLX 520L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLX 520L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NLX 520L have outstanding finance?

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