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C194 SLK

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,133 mi
Last recorded8,133 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC194 SLK
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 8,133 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 7,915 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 7,655 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 5,032 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 2,542 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 2,541 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 99,894 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 96,952 miles

o//s front and n/s front floor pans some corrosion

Fail 15 Oct 2007 96,952 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

o//s front and n/s front floor pans some corrosion

Pass 20 Jul 2006 93,159 miles

hole n/s floor pan not within prescribed area

hole o/s/f floor pan not within prescribed area

slight movement on front rack rubbers

slight surface rust on chassis

slight surface rust on o/s/r brake pipe + brake ferrals not excessive

surface rust front brfake pipe from callipers

unable to see condition of front discs and brake pad depth

underseale on bulkhead under bonnet

Pass 6 Jun 2005 92,039 miles
Fail 27 May 2005 92,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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C194 SLK is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C194 SLK, 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 C194 SLK registered?

C194 SLK is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C194 SLK safe to buy?

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