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WGW 343M

1974 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,277 mi
Last recorded1,277 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGW 343M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 1,277 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 1,119 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 99,847 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 98,757 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 98,757 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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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WGW 343M is a 1974 Ford Capri in Red with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 WGW 343M, 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 WGW 343M registered?

WGW 343M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 May 1974.

Is WGW 343M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGW 343M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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