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B615 JCF

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,796 mi
Last recorded72,796 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB615 JCF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 72,796 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fuel hose deteriorated clips on fuel tank corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 72,600 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 71,967 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Slight exhaust blow, manifold to down pipe

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc distorted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2008 69,520 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 69,469 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 69,469 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 63,341 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 60,559 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 58,063 miles

slight play offside steering rack

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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B615 JCF is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B615 JCF, 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 B615 JCF registered?

B615 JCF is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 April 1985.

Is B615 JCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B615 JCF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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