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WJW 510M

1973 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,002 mi
Last recorded88,002 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJW 510M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 88,002 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

n/s/r outer sill to rear inner wheel arch has some corrosion

Fail 24 Jul 2014 88,002 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

n/s/r outer sill to rear inner wheel arch has some corrosion

Pass 1 Jul 2013 87,644 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 84,009 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 83,581 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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WJW 510M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 48,538 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 WJW 510M, 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 53 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 WJW 510M registered?

WJW 510M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is WJW 510M safe to buy?

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