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RWB 340L

1972 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,300 mi
Last recorded29,300 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWB 340L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,300 miles

Exhaust rear rubber mounts deteriorating.

Fail 18 Dec 2008 29,300 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Exhaust rear rubber mounts deteriorating.

Fail 7 Oct 2008 29,300 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 24 May 2007 29,300 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 29,299 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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RWB 340L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 52,817 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 RWB 340L, 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 54 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 RWB 340L registered?

RWB 340L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is RWB 340L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWB 340L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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