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C314 ERL

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,807 mi
Last recorded20,807 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC314 ERL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 20,807 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 20,648 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 20,438 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 19,887 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 19,496 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 19,496 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 18,858 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 18,842 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 18,842 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))

Steering locking device missing SPLIT PINS MISSING ON TRACK ROD ENDS & ANTIROLL BAR NUTS (2.1.3 (d))

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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C314 ERL is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 C314 ERL, 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 C314 ERL registered?

C314 ERL is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1985.

Is C314 ERL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C314 ERL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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