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DGJ 725X

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,826 mi
Last recorded96,826 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGJ 725X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 96,826 miles

Offside slight play in steering tie rod (inner)

Fail 8 Jul 2024 96,826 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside slight play in steering tie rod (inner)

Pass 19 Jul 2023 96,458 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 96,458 miles

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 96,158 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 96,022 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 96,018 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened leaf spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 95,546 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 94,961 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 93,497 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 90,533 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 89,775 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 87,900 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 87,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 844,209 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 84,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DGJ 725X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DGJ 725X, 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 DGJ 725X registered?

DGJ 725X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 November 1981.

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The MOT history for DGJ 725X shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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