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NUU 170L

1972 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,119 mi
Last recorded20,119 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUU 170L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 20,119 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 20,118 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 18,692 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 18,613 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 18,490 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 18,293 miles

brake flexy hoses front + rear may need attention soon

front + rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

front+rear inner wheel arches may need welding for next mot

headlamp full beam telltale may need attention soon

offside front headlamp pattern just to standard

vehicle underside heavily undersealed

Pass 2 Aug 2013 18,021 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2012 17,652 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2006 17,629 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 17,269 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket nut missing (2.4.B.6c)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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NUU 170L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NUU 170L, 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 NUU 170L?

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What year was NUU 170L registered?

NUU 170L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is NUU 170L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUU 170L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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