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YJT 552M

1973 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,597 mi
Last recorded62,597 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJT 552M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 62,597 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 61,747 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 61,740 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure brake calliper mounting bolts (3.5.1l)

rear brakes release unevenly 65% (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 61,681 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 61,103 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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YJT 552M is a 1973 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 48,538 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 YJT 552M, 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 53 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 YJT 552M registered?

YJT 552M is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is YJT 552M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJT 552M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJT 552M have outstanding finance?

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