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C465 TLR

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,893 mi
Last recorded33,893 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC465 TLR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 33,893 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Bearing seizing in top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 33,891 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust system insecure Pipe loose at manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Bearing seizing in top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel tight to turn

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bracket on exhaust is bent and not inline with mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2025 33,832 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 33,830 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 33,554 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 33,119 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 33,073 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 16 May 2017 32,730 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 32,730 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 32,634 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 32,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 32,528 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 32,528 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 32,387 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 32,370 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

both number plate lights dim

Pass 13 Jun 2009 32,054 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

n/s number plate light dim

Pass 5 Jul 2008 31,575 miles

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

o/s/r bump stop missing

reverse light switch broken

Pass 9 Jul 2007 31,459 miles

nearside rear seat belt remove moved

Fail 22 Jun 2007 31,454 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 30,677 miles

front suspension lowered

fuel smell

n/s inner wing rusting

o/s and n/s front and rear chassis rusting

o/s and n/s front compliance bushes perishing

o/s and n/s front lower arm inner bushes wearing

o/s and n/s front metal brake pipes rusting

o/s and n/s inner and outer sills rusting

o/s and n/s rear metal brake pipes rusting

o/s inner wing poorly repaired and rusting

oil leaks

rear fuel hoses perishing

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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C465 TLR is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C465 TLR, 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 C465 TLR registered?

C465 TLR is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 October 1985.

Is C465 TLR safe to buy?

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