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C35 UHP

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

6,612 mi
Last recorded6,612 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC35 UHP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 6,612 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,927 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 5,926 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 5,920 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 5,763 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 5,605 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 5,074 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 4,174 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 4,158 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 4,156 miles

Brake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2005 4,153 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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C35 UHP is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 C35 UHP, 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.

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What year was C35 UHP registered?

C35 UHP is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C35 UHP safe to buy?

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