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MRJ 227W

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,581 mi
Last recorded69,581 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRJ 227W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 69,581 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 69,158 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 68,594 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 68,443 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 68,320 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 67,742 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 66,720 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 65,080 miles

fuel pipe at rear slightly loose

o/s sill step rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2009 62,701 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 60,568 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 58,101 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 55,293 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 55,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Fail 3 Jun 2006 55,277 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

n/s/f floor repaired with body filler

o/s/f floor repaired with body filler

passenger side door repaired with body filler around top hinge

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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MRJ 227W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MRJ 227W, 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 MRJ 227W?

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What year was MRJ 227W registered?

MRJ 227W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 June 1981.

Is MRJ 227W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRJ 227W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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