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C288 MNH

1985 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,072 mi
Last recorded62,072 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC288 MNH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 62,072 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2017 61,856 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All anti-roll-bar bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres cracked along tread/sidewalls

Pass 10 Oct 2015 61,638 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

windscreen chipped ns

Fail 9 Oct 2015 61,592 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

windscreen chipped ns

Pass 16 Sep 2014 60,884 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 60,881 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2013 60,867 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 60,867 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s/r rear axle bump stop missing

Pass 5 Apr 2012 60,381 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 MNH is a 1985 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 56,904 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 C288 MNH, 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 41 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 C288 MNH registered?

C288 MNH is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 August 1985.

Is C288 MNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C288 MNH shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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