CarVerify

Free Car Check

GXL 31L

1973 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 3000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,243 mi
Last recorded55,243 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Ford Capri48,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXL 31L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 55,243 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 54,943 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 54,175 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 52,932 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 52,801 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
Full Ford Capri reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GXL 31L is a 1973 Ford Capri in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 GXL 31L, 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 GXL 31L?

You can check the full history of GXL 31L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GXL 31L registered?

GXL 31L is a 1973 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 April 1973.

Is GXL 31L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GXL 31L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GXL 31L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GXL 31L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.