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C31 XEO

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

63,636 mi
Last recorded63,636 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC31 XEO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 63,636 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 63,225 miles

all tyres have age related cracks in tread/sidewalls

Fail 1 May 2025 63,220 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

all tyres have age related cracks in tread/sidewalls

Pass 21 May 2019 63,064 miles

both rear chassis rails slightly corroded

Fail 7 May 2019 63,064 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

both rear chassis rails slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2015 63,032 miles

body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s rear chassis

Pass 5 Aug 2008 62,700 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 62,057 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 62,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 61,549 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 61,549 miles

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

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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C31 XEO is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 C31 XEO, 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 C31 XEO registered?

C31 XEO is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 October 1985.

Is C31 XEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C31 XEO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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