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VTU 898M

1971 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,722 mi
Last recorded18,722 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTU 898M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Dec 2015 18,722 miles

Corrosion to lower edges of front wings

Front Discs are slightly pitted through lack of use

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

Offside Front Seat belt is deteriorating

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

Pass 30 Dec 2014 18,470 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

corrosion showing to lower edges of front wings

Pass 27 Mar 2013 18,378 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 18,320 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 17,938 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 17,008 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,700 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2007 16,101 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 15,838 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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VTU 898M is a 1971 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VTU 898M, 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

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What year was VTU 898M registered?

VTU 898M is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VTU 898M safe to buy?

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