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UMU 173M

1973 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,778 mi
Last recorded29,778 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMU 173M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,778 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,677 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 79,675 miles

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

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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UMU 173M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UMU 173M, 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 UMU 173M?

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What year was UMU 173M registered?

UMU 173M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 August 1973.

Is UMU 173M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMU 173M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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