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VTW 196L

1972 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,160 mi
Last recorded40,160 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTW 196L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 40,160 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 39,909 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 39,758 miles

Nearside Rear arch corroded but not affecting vehicle sructure

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Dec 2015 39,757 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear arch corroded but not affecting vehicle sructure

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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VTW 196L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VTW 196L, 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 VTW 196L?

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What year was VTW 196L registered?

VTW 196L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 August 1972.

Is VTW 196L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTW 196L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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