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OUK 234L

1972 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,340 mi
Last recorded41,340 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUK 234L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 41,340 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 41,232 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 40,785 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 40,724 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 10 May 2012 40,191 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 38,830 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 38,700 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 38,586 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 38,243 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 37,189 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 37,189 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 33,505 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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OUK 234L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OUK 234L, 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 OUK 234L?

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What year was OUK 234L registered?

OUK 234L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 August 1972.

Is OUK 234L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUK 234L shows 12 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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