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B824 DKY

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,781 mi
Last recorded82,781 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB824 DKY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 82,781 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 80,490 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 78,246 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 77,097 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 75,612 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 74,751 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 74,231 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 72,974 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,142 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 71,650 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 67,564 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 63,857 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 63,788 miles

Offside Rear 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)

brake pipes greased

Pass 29 May 2008 59,678 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 59,648 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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B824 DKY is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 B824 DKY, 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

How do I check the history of B824 DKY?

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What year was B824 DKY registered?

B824 DKY is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 January 1985.

Is B824 DKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B824 DKY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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