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RTM 424J

1971 Ford Capri

Brown Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,365 mi
Last recorded9,365 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTM 424J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 9,365 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 9,365 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Sep 2013 9,335 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,069 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 9,057 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

N/S/Tyre Perished But Not Down To Cords

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 8,984 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 8,264 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,960 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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RTM 424J is a 1971 Ford Capri in Brown with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RTM 424J, 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

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What year was RTM 424J registered?

RTM 424J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is RTM 424J safe to buy?

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