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C358 HRH

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

54,214 mi
Last recorded54,214 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC358 HRH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 54,214 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 53,782 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 53,737 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 53,605 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 53,156 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 52,853 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 52,519 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive FRONT CRANK SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 52,309 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 May 2018 52,294 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush End Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust Bracket hitting Prop-shaft

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 May 2017 52,235 miles

grease on brake pipes

Pass 1 Jun 2016 52,020 miles

coating on brake pipes

Fail 24 May 2016 52,017 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar (2.4.G.2)

coating on brake pipes

Pass 1 Jun 2015 51,784 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 51,553 miles

offside front track control arm outer bush worn slightly

Pass 17 Apr 2013 51,127 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 51,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 50,793 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 50,546 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 50,127 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 49,642 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 49,107 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 48,652 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 48,157 miles

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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C358 HRH is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 C358 HRH, 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 C358 HRH registered?

C358 HRH is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C358 HRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C358 HRH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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