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GMJ 781Y

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,299 mi
Last recorded77,299 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMJ 781Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 77,299 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 77,092 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 76,871 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 76,719 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 76,540 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 76,411 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 76,302 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 76,005 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 75,479 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 74,799 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 74,195 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 74,195 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor as marked (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill as marked (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor as marked (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

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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GMJ 781Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,621 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 GMJ 781Y, 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 43 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 GMJ 781Y registered?

GMJ 781Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 March 1983.

Is GMJ 781Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMJ 781Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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