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C514 HBH

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,310 mi
Last recorded49,310 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC514 HBH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 49,310 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 49,212 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 49,012 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2023 48,948 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 48,869 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 48,375 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 48,353 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 47,922 miles

185 / 70 / 13 tyres fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Slight oil leak

Pass 18 May 2015 47,830 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 May 2015 47,830 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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C514 HBH is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C514 HBH, 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 C514 HBH registered?

C514 HBH is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 February 1986.

Is C514 HBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C514 HBH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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