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YVW 160L

1973 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,023 mi
Last recorded45,023 miles
Recorded on14 May 2009
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVW 160L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 May 2009 45,023 miles

Both rear wheel arches corroded.

N/S steering rack bush has excessive play.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YVW 160L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YVW 160L, 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 YVW 160L registered?

YVW 160L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 March 1973.

Is YVW 160L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVW 160L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVW 160L have outstanding finance?

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