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DHR 343L

1973 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,442 mi
Last recorded7,442 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHR 343L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 7,442 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 7,090 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 6,033 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 5,176 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 4,193 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 4,188 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DHR 343L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DHR 343L, 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 DHR 343L registered?

DHR 343L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 April 1973.

Is DHR 343L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHR 343L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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