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B768 CSU

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,194 mi
Last recorded81,194 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB768 CSU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 81,194 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 80,992 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 80,982 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor/Inner Arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Valance/Lower Quarter by leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor/ Inner Arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Fail 17 Nov 2017 80,748 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2017 80,549 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 80,548 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 80,507 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 80,356 miles

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

both front and n/s/r tyres cracked and perished on outer walls

Pass 2 Feb 2011 79,374 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

diff oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2010 78,179 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 75,899 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 75,894 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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B768 CSU is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 B768 CSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B768 CSU registered?

B768 CSU is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 April 1985.

Is B768 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B768 CSU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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