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C304 UWD

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,748 mi
Last recorded49,748 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC304 UWD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 49,748 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 49,679 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis leg (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Top strut mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket inappropriately repaired Not full weld round bracket (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt All loose (2.4.G.4c) DANGEROUS

Both sills corroded

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Radiator leaking

Water pump leaking

Pass 15 Sep 2016 46,518 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

vehicle under body undersealed

Fail 13 Sep 2016 46,518 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pump insecure (2.3.6)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

vehicle under body undersealed

Pass 23 Jun 2009 1,676 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 1,667 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 27 Nov 2007 1,606 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 7 miles

Battery insecure

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 90,352 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 90,352 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (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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C304 UWD is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C304 UWD, 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 C304 UWD registered?

C304 UWD is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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