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B890 JAO

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,093 mi
Last recorded51,093 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB890 JAO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 51,093 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 51,054 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 51,044 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 51,044 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2021 50,730 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 50,537 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 50,532 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 21 May 2019 50,500 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 49,679 miles

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

n/s rear tyre cracking on inner side wall

Pass 29 May 2013 48,696 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 48,618 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 45,673 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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B890 JAO is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B890 JAO, 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 B890 JAO registered?

B890 JAO is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B890 JAO safe to buy?

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