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B917 TEO

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

58,645 mi
Last recorded58,645 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB917 TEO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 58,645 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 58,639 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 58,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 58,410 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 58,375 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 58,375 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2022 58,369 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 57,750 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 57,527 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 57,361 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 56,522 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 55,041 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 54,360 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 53,312 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 52,783 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 52,783 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 52,332 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 52,332 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2010 50,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 May 2009 48,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2009 48,281 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 44,970 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 May 2008 44,970 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2007 42,203 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 39,132 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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B917 TEO is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 B917 TEO, 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 B917 TEO registered?

B917 TEO is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B917 TEO safe to buy?

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