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C101 FVM

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,618 mi
Last recorded34,618 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC101 FVM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 34,618 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 34,618 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 34,259 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 34,199 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 34,178 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 34,054 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 34,053 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 May 2014 32,279 miles

exhaust load

Pass 25 May 2013 32,274 miles

exhaust loud

Pass 14 May 2011 31,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 3 May 2010 30,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 28,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 26,880 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 24,574 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 21,319 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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C101 FVM is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 C101 FVM, 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 40 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C101 FVM?

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What year was C101 FVM registered?

C101 FVM is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 June 1986.

Is C101 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C101 FVM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C101 FVM have outstanding finance?

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