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VYP 240M

1974 Ford Capri

White Petrol 5686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,826 mi
Last recorded20,826 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYP 240M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,686cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 20,826 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 20,826 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 20,826 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 20,826 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 9,258 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 8,988 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

park effort on minimum 16%

Pass 30 Jul 2019 8,503 miles

brake effort close to minimum @16%

Pass 15 Aug 2018 6,391 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 6,258 miles

park brake effort close to minimum

Pass 5 Aug 2016 5,824 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 5,534 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 4,117 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 20,820 miles

recommend reroute rear fuel line

Pass 10 Aug 2012 1,638 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,998 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 15,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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VYP 240M is a 1974 Ford Capri in White with a 5,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1974 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,658 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 VYP 240M, 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 52 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 VYP 240M registered?

VYP 240M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 June 1974.

Is VYP 240M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYP 240M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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