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RUY 290L

1973 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,198 mi
Last recorded40,198 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 290L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 40,198 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 40,010 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 39,938 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 39,899 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 39,824 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 39,774 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 39,711 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 39,623 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 39,338 miles

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

both steering rack mounting rubbers worn

Pass 19 Apr 2010 39,257 miles

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

many old repairs to underside of vehicle

play in offside front steering arm

Fail 19 Apr 2010 39,257 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

many old repairs to underside of vehicle

play in offside front steering arm

Pass 11 Apr 2009 38,409 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 38,406 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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RUY 290L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Green with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RUY 290L, 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 RUY 290L?

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What year was RUY 290L registered?

RUY 290L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 January 1973.

Is RUY 290L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 290L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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