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B791 NAY

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,091 mi
Last recorded8,091 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB791 NAY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 8,091 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 7,775 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 7,552 miles

Nearside Front Inner Corrosion sill area

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 7,209 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 4,354 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 4,354 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2017 3,850 miles

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 20 May 2016 3,530 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front (3.6.B.4e)

front coil springs corroded

slight bind to o/s rear brake

underseal to underside of the vehicle

Pass 6 May 2015 3,182 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 3,182 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Inner Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 2,953 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 2,516 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 1,950 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 1,250 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 510 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 135 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 99,359 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 98,760 miles

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

slight corrosion fuel pipe to pump

Pass 25 Apr 2006 97,470 miles

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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B791 NAY is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 B791 NAY, 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 B791 NAY registered?

B791 NAY is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B791 NAY safe to buy?

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