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C299 GGN

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,748 mi
Last recorded33,748 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC299 GGN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 33,748 miles

offside front upper bulk head corroded

offside rear bump stop missing

under side of vehicle corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2017 33,747 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (3.6.C.3)

offside front upper bulk head corroded

offside rear bump stop missing

under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2016 33,603 miles

Rear Nearside and offside chassis at wheel arches showing corrosion

Pass 24 Nov 2015 33,114 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 31,814 miles

play in offside front steering rack end

Fail 17 Nov 2014 31,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

play in offside front steering rack end

Fail 17 Nov 2013 29,296 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2013 29,296 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 29,271 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to both front inner wheel arches

corrosion to both rear upper inner wheel arches

corrosion to rear chassis rails

corrosion to rear floor pans

corrosion to rear inner arch/ quarter panels

corrosion to rear inner sills

cosmetic repair to both front inner sills and floor pans outside perscribed area

rear parking brake cable frayed

Pass 27 Sep 2012 28,798 miles

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

Nearside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand

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

Offsidse and nearside front floor pans corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2012 28,781 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand

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

Offsidse and nearside front floor pans corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2011 27,401 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 27,132 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 27,131 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

corrosion in off side front inner wheel arch

off side rear seat belt retracting mechanism faulty

Pass 21 Mar 2009 26,422 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 25,695 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 24,361 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,104 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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C299 GGN is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 C299 GGN, 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.

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What year was C299 GGN registered?

C299 GGN is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 August 1985.

Is C299 GGN safe to buy?

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