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A2 UBO

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,425 mi
Last recorded26,425 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 UBO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 26,425 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 26,425 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 26,350 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,181 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 25,879 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 25,332 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 24,876 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 24,143 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 24,143 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,096 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 23,096 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,702 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 21,515 miles

offside front floor pan corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2010 20,328 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 18,832 miles

tyres perishing

Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,193 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 6,035 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 3,138 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 3,138 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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A2 UBO is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 A2 UBO, 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 40 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 A2 UBO registered?

A2 UBO is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 August 1986.

Is A2 UBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 UBO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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