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C25 RJG

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

77,113 mi
Last recorded77,113 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC25 RJG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 77,113 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 77,043 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Mar 2024 77,043 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Sep 2022 76,733 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 76,337 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 75,754 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 74,986 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 73,812 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 73,812 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 70,897 miles

NSF brake has slight bind

OS upper shock absorber bearing slightly worn

Fail 26 Sep 2017 70,897 miles

NSF brake has slight bind

OS upper shock absorber bearing slightly worn

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 62,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Lower steering column UJ has slight play

OSF wheel bearing has slight noise

Pass 24 Aug 2015 53,558 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 22 Aug 2015 53,557 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 47,850 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 47,526 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 47,116 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 46,835 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 46,422 miles

both front wheel bearings are slightly noisy

Pass 17 Jun 2009 46,108 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 45,761 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 44,805 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 43,948 miles

o/s/r tyre cracked slightly

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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C25 RJG is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 C25 RJG, 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

How do I check the history of C25 RJG?

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What year was C25 RJG registered?

C25 RJG is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C25 RJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C25 RJG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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