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YHT 153J

1970 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,771 mi
Last recorded61,771 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1970 Ford Capri43,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHT 153J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 61,771 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 61,761 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 61,688 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 61,609 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 61,519 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 61,295 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 60,829 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 60,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 60,595 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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YHT 153J is a 1970 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 43,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHT 153J, 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 56 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YHT 153J registered?

YHT 153J is a 1970 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 September 1970.

Is YHT 153J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHT 153J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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