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OTR 891M

1973 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,079 mi
Last recorded73,079 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTR 891M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2025 73,079 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NSR lazy (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 73,036 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play close to limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 72,885 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Nov 2021 72,254 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides front. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 72,175 miles

oil leak

rear anti roll bar front bushes unbonding close to limits

slight damage to o/s/f lower ball joint dust cover

Pass 8 Mar 2019 71,736 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive close to limit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2017 71,719 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Feb 2016 71,606 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2014 71,380 miles

Coolant leak

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

v8 engine fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2013 70,978 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 70,925 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 70,684 miles

evidence of welding to both front floors and base of both front inner wings

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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OTR 891M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 48,538 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 OTR 891M, 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 53 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 OTR 891M registered?

OTR 891M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 November 1973.

Is OTR 891M safe to buy?

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