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B626 DOM

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,664 mi
Last recorded94,664 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB626 DOM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 94,664 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 94,351 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

both rear tyres and osf perished

corrosion to both front inner wing panel covers

corrosion to front panel below radiator

corrosion to inner front wings

corrosion to suspension parts

fuel pipes corroded/perished

osr brake hose ferrule corroded

Fail 24 May 2016 94,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

both rear tyres and osf perished

corrosion to both front inner wing panel covers

corrosion to front panel below radiator

corrosion to inner front wings

corrosion to suspension parts

fuel pipes corroded/perished

osr brake hose ferrule corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2014 94,282 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

oil leaks at engine and gearbox.coolant leak at radiator area.offside front inner wing cover holed.nearside front tyre sidewall perishing.front bumper damaged.

Fail 10 Sep 2014 94,282 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

oil leaks at engine and gearbox.coolant leak at radiator area.offside front inner wing cover holed.nearside front tyre sidewall perishing.front bumper damaged.

Pass 19 Jul 2013 93,587 miles

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

oil leaks at engine,gearbox and diff.nearside rear seat belt missing.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 92,732 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

both front seats have slight play.nearside rear seatbelt not fitted.

slight leaks at engine,gearbox and diff.

Pass 24 Aug 2011 91,123 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 87,222 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 86,201 miles

offside front to rear brake pipe rusty

offside steering rack gaiter perished

pads low

Pass 14 Jul 2008 85,954 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 85,618 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 85,287 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 85,284 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

blow from front exhaust joints

rear tyres wearing thin on inner 205/60/13

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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B626 DOM is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 B626 DOM, 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 B626 DOM registered?

B626 DOM is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B626 DOM safe to buy?

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