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UYM 781M

1973 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,223 mi
Last recorded57,223 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYM 781M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 57,223 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 57,223 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 56,925 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 56,784 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 56,631 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 56,286 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 56,087 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 55,500 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r chassis rails slighty corroded

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2008 54,533 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 52,910 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 52,068 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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UYM 781M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UYM 781M, 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 UYM 781M?

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What year was UYM 781M registered?

UYM 781M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 October 1973.

Is UYM 781M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYM 781M shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UYM 781M have outstanding finance?

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