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WKY 852K

1972 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,747 mi
Last recorded70,747 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKY 852K
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 70,747 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 70,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 70,474 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 69,999 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 69,918 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 69,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 69,908 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 69,791 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 69,643 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 69,457 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 69,261 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 99,933 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

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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WKY 852K is a 1972 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WKY 852K, 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

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What year was WKY 852K registered?

WKY 852K is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is WKY 852K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKY 852K shows 12 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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