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B606 CGL

1985 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,421 mi
Last recorded38,421 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB606 CGL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 38,421 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 38,418 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,538 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 36,455 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake bind (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing park brake cable (3.5.1l)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear suspension bump stop missing

Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged heavily perished from tank to pump (7.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 45,248 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 45,248 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

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

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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B606 CGL is a 1985 Ford Capri in Orange 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 B606 CGL, 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 B606 CGL registered?

B606 CGL is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B606 CGL safe to buy?

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