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SYD 901M

1973 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,741 mi
Last recorded31,741 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYD 901M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 31,741 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 30,934 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 130,277 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 30,125 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 129,523 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 29,113 miles

brake pedal travel

f inner wishbone wearing

heavily undersealed

Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,726 miles

lower steering coupling condition

slight bind on r wheels

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 5 Jun 2010 28,126 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/r inner wing

slight smoke on idle

Pass 27 Oct 2008 14,428 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 14,428 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 14,428 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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SYD 901M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SYD 901M, 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 SYD 901M?

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What year was SYD 901M registered?

SYD 901M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 August 1973.

Is SYD 901M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYD 901M shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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