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ULG 837M

1973 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,947 mi
Last recorded93,947 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2008
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULG 837M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2008 93,947 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 93,941 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Anti-roll bar which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Anti-roll bar which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 92,823 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 92,630 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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ULG 837M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Red 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 ULG 837M, 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 ULG 837M registered?

ULG 837M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is ULG 837M safe to buy?

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