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UYB 755M

1973 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,331 mi
Last recorded58,331 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYB 755M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 58,331 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 56,600 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 56,137 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 55,552 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,322 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 55,322 miles

Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Steering column locking device missing (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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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UYB 755M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Orange with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 UYB 755M, 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 UYB 755M?

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What year was UYB 755M registered?

UYB 755M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 November 1973.

Is UYB 755M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYB 755M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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