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C390 BHX

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

82,501 mi
Last recorded82,501 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC390 BHX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,797cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 82,501 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 81,666 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 81,076 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 80,696 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 80,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint on rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 80,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 80,168 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 80,139 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 80,051 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 79,838 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 79,649 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 79,648 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way Front pull to nearside. (3.7.C.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 79,490 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 79,252 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 79,059 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2012 78,706 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 78,153 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 77,679 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 74,943 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 67,039 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 66,965 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 66,795 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 66,795 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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C390 BHX is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 C390 BHX, 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 C390 BHX registered?

C390 BHX is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C390 BHX safe to buy?

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