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C240 AOW

1986 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,213 mi
Last recorded93,213 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC240 AOW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 93,213 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 93,028 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 92,604 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 92,358 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 91,513 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s rear tyre starting to perish.

Pass 2 Nov 2010 91,315 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 91,285 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 91,284 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 91,270 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 90,486 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2006 87,891 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nail in tyre

oil leak

Fail 7 Jul 2006 87,891 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nail in tyre

oil leak

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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C240 AOW is a 1986 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C240 AOW, 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.

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What year was C240 AOW registered?

C240 AOW is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C240 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C240 AOW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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