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B870 LUF

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,653 mi
Last recorded54,653 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB870 LUF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 54,653 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 54,580 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 54,418 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 54,249 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 54,042 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 53,486 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 53,437 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 53,432 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 53,417 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 53,413 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 53,410 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 53,175 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 52,509 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 51,985 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 51,861 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 51,621 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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B870 LUF is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 B870 LUF, 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 B870 LUF?

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What year was B870 LUF registered?

B870 LUF is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 April 1985.

Is B870 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B870 LUF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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