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OCJ 981R

1976 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,950 mi
Last recorded20,950 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2005
Typical for 1976 Ford Capri50,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCJ 981R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2005 20,950 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 20,950 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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OCJ 981R is a 1976 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 50,720 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 OCJ 981R, 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 50 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OCJ 981R?

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What year was OCJ 981R registered?

OCJ 981R is a 1976 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 December 1976.

Is OCJ 981R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCJ 981R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OCJ 981R have outstanding finance?

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