MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,118 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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slight movement in steering column top bearing
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)
slight movement in steering column top bearing
Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
How Reliable is the Ford Capri?
Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.
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DCD 294L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 DCD 294L, 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.
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What year was DCD 294L registered?
DCD 294L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 March 1973.
Is DCD 294L safe to buy?
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