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VYB 228W

1981 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,664 mi
Last recorded21,664 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYB 228W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2026 21,664 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan within 30cm of gearbox support mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill to inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill to inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 20,759 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 20,759 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 20,462 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 20,121 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 19,660 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 19,660 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 18,005 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 17,857 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 17,343 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 17,253 miles

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

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

small brake imbalance on front wheels

Pass 26 Sep 2012 16,402 miles

battery insecure

Pass 30 Sep 2011 15,803 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 15,183 miles

Offside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 14,636 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 12,776 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 12,776 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,655 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 8,669 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 7,120 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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VYB 228W is a 1981 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYB 228W, 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.

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What year was VYB 228W registered?

VYB 228W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 February 1981.

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