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JNG 921V

1979 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,795 mi
Last recorded15,795 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNG 921V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 15,795 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 14,930 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 14,930 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 14,552 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 14,552 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 6.050 (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive 2159 (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 14,295 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 13,771 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

minor gearbox oil leak

minor oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2008 89,391 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 89,270 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
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JNG 921V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 52,230 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 JNG 921V, 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 47 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 JNG 921V registered?

JNG 921V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 September 1979.

Is JNG 921V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNG 921V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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