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PHU 98M

1973 Ford Capri

White Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,168 mi
Last recorded47,168 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHU 98M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 47,168 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 45,910 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 45,815 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 45,076 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f wheel bearings sound dry.

Pass 31 May 2013 44,367 miles

off side front wheel bearing sounds dry

Pass 7 Jun 2012 43,889 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

near side front wheel bearing slight noise

off side front wheel bearings sound dry

Pass 1 Jun 2011 42,699 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front brake readings slightly imbalanced

Pass 4 Jun 2010 41,278 miles

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 41,238 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,529 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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PHU 98M is a 1973 Ford Capri in White with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PHU 98M, 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 PHU 98M registered?

PHU 98M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 October 1973.

Is PHU 98M safe to buy?

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