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FED 601L

1973 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,909 mi
Last recorded90,909 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFED 601L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2014 90,909 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 90,909 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s seat twisted

Pass 19 May 2011 90,909 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 90,909 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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FED 601L is a 1973 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 FED 601L, 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

How do I check the history of FED 601L?

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What year was FED 601L registered?

FED 601L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 May 1973.

Is FED 601L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FED 601L shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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