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SLT 440L

1973 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,825 mi
Last recorded79,825 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLT 440L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 79,825 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 79,547 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 79,384 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 79,076 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 78,596 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 78,292 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 77,749 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 77,376 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 76,854 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 76,594 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 76,230 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 75,920 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 75,625 miles

oil and water leaks from engine,g/box oil leak,rear axle leaking oil and poss bearing breaking up,clutch cable worn through,suspension bushes in poor condition,headlight images poor

Pass 25 Jul 2011 75,238 miles

diff and g/box oil leaks,brake fluid low

Pass 22 Jul 2010 74,553 miles

oil leaks,n/s/f brake late front steering and suspension bushes in poor condition,front exhaust blowing

Pass 24 Jul 2009 74,133 miles

exhaust in poor condition,rack bushes and tie rod bushes perishing

Pass 23 Jul 2008 73,638 miles

floor corroding,oil leak,diff leak,engine smoking

Pass 24 Jul 2007 72,720 miles

engine oil leaks ,slight blue smoke

Pass 25 Jul 2006 70,842 miles

burning oil.headlamp images poor

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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SLT 440L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SLT 440L, 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 SLT 440L?

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What year was SLT 440L registered?

SLT 440L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 July 1973.

Is SLT 440L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLT 440L shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLT 440L have outstanding finance?

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