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MML 96W

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

1,055 mi
Last recorded1,055 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMML 96W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 1,055 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 438 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2022 98,519 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2022 98,519 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 97,992 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 95,573 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 91,984 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 91,974 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 91,955 miles

Oil leak from engine ()

Oil leak from gear box ()

Oil leak from rear diff ()

Fail 25 Jan 2018 91,955 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak from engine ()

Oil leak from gear box ()

Oil leak from rear diff ()

Pass 14 Dec 2016 91,880 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded

Nearside Rear brake back plate slightly damp

Nearside Rear seat back rest insecure

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Oil leak from engine ()

Oil leak from gear box ()

Oil leak from rear diff ()

Fail 12 Dec 2016 91,880 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded

Nearside Rear brake back plate slightly damp

Nearside Rear seat back rest insecure

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Oil leak from engine ()

Oil leak from gear box ()

Oil leak from rear diff ()

Pass 12 Jan 2016 91,700 miles

Front exhaust slightly blowing

Pass 13 Apr 2015 89,168 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 81,932 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2012 76,118 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 76,095 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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MML 96W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MML 96W, 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 MML 96W registered?

MML 96W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 July 1981.

Is MML 96W safe to buy?

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