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JOC 222W

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,282 mi
Last recorded75,282 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOC 222W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 75,282 miles

Central Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop shaft centre support bearing worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 74,551 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 73,941 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 73,193 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 72,346 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 70,680 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 69,855 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 67,613 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 65,041 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings.

Pass 18 Jul 2016 62,003 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 60,667 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 58,091 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 57,090 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 53,780 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 53,760 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 53,758 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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JOC 222W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 JOC 222W, 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 JOC 222W registered?

JOC 222W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is JOC 222W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOC 222W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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