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MRK 20W

1981 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,072 mi
Last recorded82,072 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRK 20W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 82,072 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 81,442 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 80,833 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 79,813 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 78,625 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 77,797 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 77,350 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 76,230 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 75,175 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 74,176 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 73,663 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 72,756 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 71,685 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 54,049 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 54,049 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 50,160 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 50,153 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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MRK 20W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MRK 20W, 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 MRK 20W registered?

MRK 20W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 December 1981.

Is MRK 20W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRK 20W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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