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B353 TRJ

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,191 mi
Last recorded3,191 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB353 TRJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 3,191 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 3,035 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 2,901 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 2,606 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 2,310 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 1,911 miles

oil leak, but not excessive!! maybe power steering oil?????

Pass 21 Mar 2019 1,564 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive maybe power steering oil ??? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 1,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases been repaired! (7.1.2)

Front front brakes only just in balance recommend further investigation???

Pass 4 Oct 2016 944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 337 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 99,778 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 99,130 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 98,703 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 97,920 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 97,463 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 97,121 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 96,692 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 96,109 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 May 2006 95,641 miles

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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B353 TRJ is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 56,904 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 B353 TRJ, 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 41 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 B353 TRJ registered?

B353 TRJ is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B353 TRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B353 TRJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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