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B959 SCJ

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,978 mi
Last recorded72,978 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB959 SCJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 72,978 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

exhaust fitment poor

movement in brake pedal to brake servo-missing bushes but does not affect operation of brake pedal

movement in brake pedal to brake servo-missing bushes but does not affect operation of brake pedal

Pass 10 Mar 2023 72,758 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 72,755 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 72,377 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 72,209 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 71,662 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 71,149 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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B959 SCJ is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,971 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 B959 SCJ, 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 42 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B959 SCJ registered?

B959 SCJ is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 August 1984.

Is B959 SCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B959 SCJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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