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C123 HHS

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,218 mi
Last recorded16,218 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC123 HHS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 16,218 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 11,731 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 6,949 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 2,101 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 97,784 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 95,148 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 91,628 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 86,851 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 82,409 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 77,816 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 74,176 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 70,151 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 67,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 65,049 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 62,535 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 58,651 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 55,902 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 53,107 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 52,485 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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C123 HHS is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C123 HHS, 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 C123 HHS registered?

C123 HHS is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 November 1985.

Is C123 HHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C123 HHS shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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