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XGS 562L

1971 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,798 mi
Last recorded37,798 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGS 562L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 37,798 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 36,857 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 35,727 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 34,231 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 33,851 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 33,245 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 33,245 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,148 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 21 Jun 2010 32,909 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 32,744 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 32,443 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 31,783 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 31,781 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

hand brake cable fouling exhaust

Pass 24 May 2006 31,352 miles

slight play in steering rack

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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XGS 562L is a 1971 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XGS 562L, 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

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What year was XGS 562L registered?

XGS 562L is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XGS 562L safe to buy?

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