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UWH 473K

1971 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

10,553 mi
Last recorded10,553 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWH 473K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 10,553 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 10,504 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 10,496 miles

Position lamp not working All (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 10,421 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2024 10,419 miles

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 9,950 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 8,740 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 8,236 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 8,222 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 7,587 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 3 Jul 2014 7,315 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 7,306 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 7,052 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 6,747 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear exhaust rubber silghty spilt

Pass 5 Jul 2010 6,109 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 5,121 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,235 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 2,930 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 2,923 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 2,256 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 1,459 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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UWH 473K is a 1971 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1971 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 48,638 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 UWH 473K, 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 55 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 UWH 473K?

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What year was UWH 473K registered?

UWH 473K is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 December 1971.

Is UWH 473K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWH 473K shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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