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C226 MAO

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,642 mi
Last recorded90,642 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC226 MAO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 90,642 miles

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

no rear seats or seat belts fitted at time of test

underside covered in underseal ,can't fully inspect

Fail 19 Sep 2025 90,642 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

no rear seats or seat belts fitted at time of test

underside covered in underseal ,can't fully inspect

Pass 2 Sep 2024 87,080 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2006 86,377 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 15 Aug 2006 86,377 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Battery insecure

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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C226 MAO is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C226 MAO, 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 C226 MAO registered?

C226 MAO is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C226 MAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C226 MAO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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