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C210 SJU

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

11,632 mi
Last recorded11,632 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC210 SJU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 11,632 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 10,685 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 10,685 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 10,081 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 9,134 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 8,356 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 6,113 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 5,268 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 4,526 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 3,972 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 1,745 miles

Engine coolant leak

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (3.7.B.5b)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 1,733 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 1,726 miles

Nearside Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2009 1,594 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 1,398 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 961 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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C210 SJU is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 C210 SJU, 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 C210 SJU registered?

C210 SJU is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C210 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C210 SJU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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