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VEB 638L

1972 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,625 mi
Last recorded10,625 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEB 638L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 10,625 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 10,034 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 9,691 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 9,364 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 8,797 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 8,797 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 8,714 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 2,390 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 2,390 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 12 May 2007 7,189 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 6,845 miles

all exhaust rubbers perished

n/s/f tyre on 1.6mm

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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VEB 638L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 52,817 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 VEB 638L, 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 54 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 VEB 638L?

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What year was VEB 638L registered?

VEB 638L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is VEB 638L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEB 638L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEB 638L have outstanding finance?

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