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JBL 512N

1975 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,394 mi
Last recorded74,394 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1975 Ford Capri55,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBL 512N
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 74,394 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 74,294 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 74,294 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 73,758 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 73,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2018 73,712 miles

Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 732,413 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 73,211 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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JBL 512N is a 1975 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 55,668 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 JBL 512N, 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 51 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 JBL 512N registered?

JBL 512N is a 1975 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 June 1975.

Is JBL 512N safe to buy?

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