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SAL 678L

1972 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

36,832 mi
Last recorded36,832 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAL 678L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 36,832 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 36,364 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 35,840 miles

front wiperblades smearing windscreen slightly

Pass 8 Mar 2015 35,249 miles

both rear wheel bearings feel slightly rough when rotated

Pass 18 Mar 2014 34,637 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 34,201 miles

underside of vehicle undersealed

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

n/s/f tyre cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

o/s/f tyre cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 13 Mar 2013 34,194 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

o/s/f tyre cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 19 Mar 2012 33,616 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 33,253 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,253 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 32,513 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 32,501 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 31,718 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 31,277 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 30,464 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 29,874 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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SAL 678L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 SAL 678L, 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 SAL 678L registered?

SAL 678L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is SAL 678L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAL 678L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAL 678L have outstanding finance?

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