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JNL 677X

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

54,269 mi
Last recorded54,269 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNL 677X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 54,269 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 54,161 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 54,116 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 54,073 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 54,018 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 53,958 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 53,888 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 53,412 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 53,344 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 53,333 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 53,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 53,191 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 17 Oct 2013 52,973 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 52,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2011 52,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 52,511 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 52,511 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 52,419 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front inner wheel arch (bolt on)panel corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2008 52,202 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 52,202 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 51,965 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 51,844 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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JNL 677X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 JNL 677X, 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

How do I check the history of JNL 677X?

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What year was JNL 677X registered?

JNL 677X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is JNL 677X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNL 677X shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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