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B580 UEX

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,013 mi
Last recorded15,013 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB580 UEX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,013 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all inner arches,floorpan,chassis,brakepipes,fueltank and various components all covered thick black underseal - so unable to fully inspect

Fail 25 Jul 2011 15,001 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all inner arches,floorpan,chassis,brakepipes,fueltank and various components all covered thick black underseal - so unable to fully inspect

Pass 7 Jul 2008 14,811 miles

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

n/s/r wheel arch corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2008 14,811 miles

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

front inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2007 14,811 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front wheel bearings have slight play

n/s/r chassis slightly corroded

rear anti-roll bar mounting bushes have slight play

Pass 5 Dec 2006 14,549 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tires cutting out

o/s outer sill holed and corroded

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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B580 UEX is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 B580 UEX, 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.

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What year was B580 UEX registered?

B580 UEX is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B580 UEX safe to buy?

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