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UML 939M

1973 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,651 mi
Last recorded65,651 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUML 939M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 65,651 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 65,651 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL, INNER REAR WHEEL ARCH (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Gaiter insecure (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 65,609 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both inner and outter sills corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2014 65,467 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 64,386 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 64,386 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 62,859 miles

both outer sills corroded [not holed]

passenger front seat belt frayed

rear inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2012 62,844 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both outer sills corroded

o/s wiper blade split

rear inner arches corroded & detached from outer panels

Pass 10 Mar 2011 60,350 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 59,959 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 58,749 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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UML 939M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 UML 939M, 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 UML 939M registered?

UML 939M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1973.

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