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SGU 599L

1973 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,961 mi
Last recorded18,961 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGU 599L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 18,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill rear ! (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 18,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill rear ! (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,464 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 17,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 16,317 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 15,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 10 Oct 2008 14,210 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 14,210 miles

Nearside Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 61,251 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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SGU 599L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SGU 599L, 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

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What year was SGU 599L registered?

SGU 599L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 April 1973.

Is SGU 599L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGU 599L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGU 599L have outstanding finance?

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