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VRB 54K

1972 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,670 mi
Last recorded87,670 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRB 54K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 87,670 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Mar 2017 86,567 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mainiflod joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear brake slight bind

oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2016 85,647 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 84,873 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 84,282 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 83,757 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 83,274 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 83,088 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 82,744 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 82,744 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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VRB 54K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VRB 54K, 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

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What year was VRB 54K registered?

VRB 54K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 June 1972.

Is VRB 54K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRB 54K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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