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C270 CHU

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,618 mi
Last recorded65,618 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC270 CHU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 65,618 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)

general surface corrosion to vehicle

general wear and cracking to suspension bushes

Fail 27 Mar 2017 65,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)

general surface corrosion to vehicle

general wear and cracking to suspension bushes

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jun 2013 65,444 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 62,949 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 62,949 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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C270 CHU is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C270 CHU, 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 C270 CHU registered?

C270 CHU is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1986.

Is C270 CHU safe to buy?

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