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C288 KMW

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

836 mi
Last recorded836 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC288 KMW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 836 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 53 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 99,051 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 99,049 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

chassis rails corroded on n/s and o/s

Pass 16 Apr 2008 98,663 miles

Sight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 16 Apr 2007 98,650 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 98,650 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 98,598 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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C288 KMW is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C288 KMW, 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 C288 KMW registered?

C288 KMW is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C288 KMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C288 KMW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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