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XDL 585L

1972 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

60,865 mi
Last recorded60,865 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDL 585L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 60,865 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 60,465 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 60,465 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 59,588 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 59,239 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 59,229 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 59,229 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 59,217 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 59,121 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 59,121 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 59,090 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 59,026 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 58,962 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 58,941 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 58,879 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 58,878 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 58,804 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 58,743 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 58,743 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2010 58,402 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 58,402 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 58,169 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 58,169 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 57,954 miles

cluth pedal pivot excessivly worn

fan belt badly deteriorated

Pass 30 Aug 2007 57,370 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 56,806 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 56,806 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 56,803 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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XDL 585L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 XDL 585L, 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 XDL 585L registered?

XDL 585L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 August 1972.

Is XDL 585L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDL 585L shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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