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NOJ 234X

1982 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

63,117 mi
Last recorded63,117 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOJ 234X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 63,117 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both the n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 62,634 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both the n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 62,258 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 62,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 61,949 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 61,019 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 61,018 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2017 60,418 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 59,264 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 59,176 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

under body sealant

Pass 7 Oct 2014 59,140 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Oct 2014 59,140 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2013 59,059 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all tyres cracked on sidewalls

diff has slight oil leak

engine oil leak

slight exhaust leak from o/s rear box joint

Fail 9 Oct 2013

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all tyres cracked on sidewalls

diff has slight oil leak

engine oil leak

slight exhaust leak from o/s rear box joint

Pass 2 Oct 2012 59,006 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 58,979 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 58,935 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 58,934 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

bonett catch stiff

Pass 13 Oct 2009 58,800 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 58,795 miles

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

Nearside and offside front wiper blades not effective

Offside Outer Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2008 28,263 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 27,317 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 27,317 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 25,574 miles

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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NOJ 234X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 NOJ 234X, 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 44 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 NOJ 234X registered?

NOJ 234X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 March 1982.

Is NOJ 234X safe to buy?

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