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POL 452M

1973 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,080 mi
Last recorded34,080 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOL 452M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2019 34,080 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 33,833 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 33,690 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 33,600 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 33,497 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 33,382 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 33,259 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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POL 452M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 POL 452M, 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

How do I check the history of POL 452M?

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What year was POL 452M registered?

POL 452M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 December 1973.

Is POL 452M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POL 452M shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does POL 452M have outstanding finance?

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