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NPJ 55W

1981 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,596 mi
Last recorded55,596 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPJ 55W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 55,596 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 53,578 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 53,577 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

advise n/s washer jet not working

Pass 18 Jun 2010 52,006 miles

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

o/s/f wheelbearing slightly rough

play in o/s rack end

steering rack mount rubbers soft

Fail 14 Jun 2010 52,006 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

o/s/f wheelbearing slightly rough

play in o/s rack end

steering rack mount rubbers soft

Pass 22 Dec 2008 48,118 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

n/s/f tyre very worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Dec 2008 48,058 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

n/s/f tyre very worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Dec 2007 44,500 miles

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

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

both inner steering rack ends have slight play

Pass 21 Dec 2006 40,045 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 39,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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NPJ 55W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NPJ 55W, 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 NPJ 55W registered?

NPJ 55W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 April 1981.

Is NPJ 55W safe to buy?

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