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PGU 963K

1971 Ford Capri

Brown Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,711 mi
Last recorded98,711 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 963K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 98,711 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 98,711 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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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PGU 963K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Brown with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PGU 963K, 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 PGU 963K?

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What year was PGU 963K registered?

PGU 963K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 December 1971.

Is PGU 963K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGU 963K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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