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PEL 221M

1974 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,523 mi
Last recorded97,523 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEL 221M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 97,523 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 97,463 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 95,394 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

dash lights dim

Fail 16 May 2017 95,394 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

dash lights dim

Pass 9 Jun 2016 94,313 miles

front number plate damaged

front wheel bearing slight play

Pass 10 Apr 2015 92,246 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 91,820 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 91,334 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 89,896 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 89,559 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 89,427 miles

offside front wing not fully welded into position

Fail 4 Dec 2008 89,427 miles

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

offside front wing not fully welded into position

Fail 15 Nov 2008 89,419 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 89,311 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 89,311 miles

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

fluid on n/s/r brake back plate

rear axle leaking

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

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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PEL 221M is a 1974 Ford Capri in Red with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1974 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,658 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 PEL 221M, 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 52 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PEL 221M registered?

PEL 221M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 February 1974.

Is PEL 221M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEL 221M shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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