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1JEF016

1981 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,917 mi
Last recorded20,917 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1JEF016
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 20,917 miles

fuel line close to steering colume

o/s/r brake drum contaminated

Fail 17 Jul 2020 20,754 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid looks like water pouring on floor (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap does not lock on plus no key to make it work (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated brake fluid / oil leaking out off drum (1.1.14 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working cant see a switch to make it work (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire fouling steering linkage (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front steering arm has play at fixing

Offside Front sun visor falls down on its own

Nearside oil pressure pipe fouling steering linkage

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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1JEF016 is a 1981 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 56,561 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 1JEF016, 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 45 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1JEF016 registered?

1JEF016 is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 September 1981.

Is 1JEF016 safe to buy?

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