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YMB 823J

1971 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,595 mi
Last recorded89,595 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMB 823J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 89,595 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 89,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 89,542 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 88,477 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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YMB 823J is a 1971 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YMB 823J, 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 YMB 823J registered?

YMB 823J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 June 1971.

Is YMB 823J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMB 823J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YMB 823J have outstanding finance?

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