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B970 SRU

1985 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,031 mi
Last recorded78,031 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB970 SRU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2015 78,031 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 78,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre showing signs of structure failure / seperation

Pass 8 Aug 2014 77,719 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 30 Nov 2009 77,410 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 77,390 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 74,787 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 69,893 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 69,889 miles

Nearside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2006 65,193 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 61,557 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2005 61,527 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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B970 SRU is a 1985 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 B970 SRU, 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 B970 SRU registered?

B970 SRU is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B970 SRU safe to buy?

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