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YDL 443L

1972 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,304 mi
Last recorded77,304 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Ford Capri52,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDL 443L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 77,304 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 76,468 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 76,032 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 75,893 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 75,556 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 75,556 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 75,373 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 74,951 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 74,951 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 74,768 miles

Nearside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 74,746 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 74,687 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 74,687 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 74,554 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 74,442 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2010 74,442 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 73,982 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 73,804 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 73,394 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 73,241 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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YDL 443L is a 1972 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YDL 443L, 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 YDL 443L registered?

YDL 443L is a 1972 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 November 1972.

Is YDL 443L safe to buy?

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