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C24 MGN

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

59,598 mi
Last recorded59,598 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC24 MGN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 59,598 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 59,537 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 59,499 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 59,198 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2023 59,198 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 26 May 2022 58,655 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 58,655 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2021 58,257 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 58,245 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 57,820 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 57,012 miles

Front knock from suspension both sides

Fail 25 May 2018 57,012 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front knock from suspension both sides

Pass 27 May 2016 56,487 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2016 56,420 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leaking at joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front strut top mount slight play

Offside Front top strut mount slight play

Pass 2 Apr 2015 55,753 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 55,000 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 34,302 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 54,176 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Inner Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jul 2011 52,380 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 52,380 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 49,739 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 49,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 45,569 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 45,065 miles

Inner and outer track control arm bushes perishing

Fail 8 Mar 2008 45,065 miles

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

Inner and outer track control arm bushes perishing

Pass 16 Mar 2007 44,619 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 44,617 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

osr nsr tyres sidewalls starting to perish

Pass 8 Mar 2006 43,879 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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C24 MGN is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 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 C24 MGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C24 MGN registered?

C24 MGN is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 July 1986.

Is C24 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C24 MGN shows 28 tests with a 60.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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