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TYD 488M

1973 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,098 mi
Last recorded94,098 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYD 488M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 94,098 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 18,951 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake lever on axle close to brake pipe

Fail 19 Dec 2006 18,951 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake lever on axle close to brake pipe

Pass 21 Dec 2005 60,901 miles

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

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

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

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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TYD 488M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Orange with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TYD 488M, 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.

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What year was TYD 488M registered?

TYD 488M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 September 1973.

Is TYD 488M safe to buy?

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