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C346 RCN

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,682 mi
Last recorded57,682 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC346 RCN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 57,682 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber bush worn

surface corrosion to floor and offside and nearside sills

Pass 2 Jun 2015 57,630 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 57,328 miles

power steering rack slightly damp and feeling slightly stiff

wiper blades deteriorated

Fail 19 May 2014 57,328 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

power steering rack slightly damp and feeling slightly stiff

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 14 Jun 2011 93,113 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 92,071 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 92,071 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 69,506 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sill covers fitted

unable to measure brake pads

Fail 8 Jun 2009 69,506 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sill covers fitted

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 29 Nov 2007 60,857 miles

slight binding at offside front brake

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 16 Sep 2006 60,555 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 60,549 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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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C346 RCN is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C346 RCN, 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 C346 RCN registered?

C346 RCN is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C346 RCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C346 RCN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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