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CDH 987L

1973 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,459 mi
Last recorded6,459 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDH 987L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 6,459 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brakes could be improved

general rust in prescribed areas

Pass 28 Oct 2009 6,258 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 6,253 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering lock insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2007 6,144 miles

smoke rising from steering column area when indicators are operated

Fail 21 Aug 2007 6,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

steering lock insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2006 6,108 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

steering lock insecure

Fail 13 Apr 2006 5,861 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Fail 10 Apr 2006 5,845 miles

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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CDH 987L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CDH 987L, 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 CDH 987L registered?

CDH 987L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 March 1973.

Is CDH 987L safe to buy?

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Does CDH 987L have outstanding finance?

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