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RUY 720L

1973 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,245 mi
Last recorded91,245 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 720L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 91,245 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 91,020 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front inner sill corroded

Offside Front suspension mounting corroded

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

slight exhaust blow

Pass 20 Oct 2017 89,668 miles

Underbody heavily undersealed

Pass 19 Sep 2016 88,902 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 88,813 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 88,719 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 88,470 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 88,231 miles

front cross member n/s & o/s slight corrosion

steering column rubber coupling slight cracks.

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 720L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 720L, 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 720L?

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What year was RUY 720L registered?

RUY 720L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is RUY 720L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 720L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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