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WWU 228J

1971 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWU 228J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022
Pass 17 Oct 2014 71,512 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 71,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

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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WWU 228J is a 1971 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 48,638 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 WWU 228J, 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 55 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 WWU 228J?

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What year was WWU 228J registered?

WWU 228J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 May 1971.

Is WWU 228J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWU 228J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WWU 228J have outstanding finance?

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