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C324 EKL

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,109 mi
Last recorded43,109 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC324 EKL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 43,109 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 42,676 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 41,942 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 41,199 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 40,387 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 39,804 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 39,736 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 39,736 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 39,733 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 39,730 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,727 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 39,724 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 39,704 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 39,702 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 39,697 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 39,553 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2009 39,436 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 38,984 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 38,940 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 38,221 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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C324 EKL is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 C324 EKL, 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 40 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 C324 EKL registered?

C324 EKL is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 January 1986.

Is C324 EKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C324 EKL shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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