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B956 HJB

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,239 mi
Last recorded24,239 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB956 HJB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 24,239 miles

Both inner wings have slight corrosion under bonnet

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 21,849 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 21,842 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Offside rear brake fluid leak + fractured trailing arm (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill holed / corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component fractured Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive Leaks in various areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 19,269 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 19,269 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 19,269 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 19,269 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 19,218 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 16,756 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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B956 HJB is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B956 HJB, 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.

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What year was B956 HJB registered?

B956 HJB is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B956 HJB safe to buy?

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