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C480 KGH

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,452 mi
Last recorded68,452 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC480 KGH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 68,452 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 68,414 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 68,310 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 68,287 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 68,180 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 68,023 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 67,793 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 67,405 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 66,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 15 Mar 2014 66,708 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 66,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 65,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

nearside front wheel binding slightly

Fail 31 Mar 2012 65,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

nearside front wheel binding slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2010 64,197 miles

play in steering rack

slight corrosion on floor pan, chassis & suspension

Pass 19 Jun 2009 63,660 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

offside & nearside front brakes binding slightly

offside floor corroded but not in prescribed area

Pass 23 Jun 2008 63,182 miles

exhaust rubbers cracked

offside & nearside front floor corroded but not within prescribed area

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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C480 KGH is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 C480 KGH, 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 C480 KGH registered?

C480 KGH is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 January 1986.

Is C480 KGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C480 KGH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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