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NJI 5812

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,795 mi
Last recorded5,795 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJI 5812
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 5,795 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 5,785 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 5,680 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 5,674 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both rear wheel bearings needs resetting

Pass 15 Aug 2008 5,306 miles

ADVISE; SLIGHT CORROSION BOTH OFFSIDE & NEARSIDE INNER BODY SILL / ALSO SLIGHT CORROSION AT ALL CHASSIS MEMBERS,

Pass 18 Jan 2007 5,286 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 5,278 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

are the wheel studs long enough ?

front brakes binding.

ignition? module loose under bonnet ( have wedged in hose )

speedo ? cable loose - very close to steering coupling.

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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NJI 5812 is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 NJI 5812, 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 40 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 NJI 5812 registered?

NJI 5812 is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 March 1986.

Is NJI 5812 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJI 5812 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJI 5812 have outstanding finance?

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