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B706 BHG

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

23,294 mi
Last recorded23,294 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB706 BHG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 23,294 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 23,294 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 17 May 2012 19,016 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 May 2012 19,016 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 17,220 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 15,566 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 15,566 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 15,256 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 15,256 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Wash Wipe Inop. Bad Oil Leak From Rear Axle.

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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B706 BHG 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 55.6%.

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 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 B706 BHG, 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 B706 BHG registered?

B706 BHG is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 May 1985.

Is B706 BHG safe to buy?

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