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MJB 485X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,605 mi
Last recorded79,605 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJB 485X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 79,605 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2014 73,144 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 73,144 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 65,677 miles

N/s steering rack gaitor not fully secure

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 27 Sep 2012 65,677 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

N/s steering rack gaitor not fully secure

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 9 Sep 2011 61,585 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 60,797 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 60,795 miles

Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.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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MJB 485X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MJB 485X, 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.

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What year was MJB 485X registered?

MJB 485X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 August 1981.

Is MJB 485X safe to buy?

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