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850 PWL

1973 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,247 mi
Last recorded70,247 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration850 PWL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 70,247 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 70,027 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 69,500 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 68,108 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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850 PWL is a 1973 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests 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 850 PWL, 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 850 PWL registered?

850 PWL is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is 850 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 850 PWL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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