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B635 WTC

1985 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,473 mi
Last recorded3,473 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB635 WTC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 3,473 miles

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

Rear play in diff pinion

Pass 7 Dec 2019 3,097 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 2,334 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 717 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak gear box seal on cable ()

lift in front prop u/j

Fail 22 Jul 2017 707 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet missing (8.4.1)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak gear box seal on cable ()

lift in front prop u/j

Pass 24 Jun 2016 239 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

no windscreen fitted at time of test

Fail 21 Jun 2016 226 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

no windscreen fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Jun 2015

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Fail 26 Jun 2015 29,021 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

Speedometer dial glass missing. (6.7.2)

Centre Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

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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B635 WTC is a 1985 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B635 WTC, 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 B635 WTC registered?

B635 WTC is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 January 1985.

Is B635 WTC safe to buy?

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