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C527 SNV

1986 Ford Capri

Purple Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,368 mi
Last recorded6,368 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC527 SNV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 6,368 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 6,011 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 5,672 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 5,427 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 5,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 4,742 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2006 4,705 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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C527 SNV is a 1986 Ford Capri in Purple with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C527 SNV, 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

How do I check the history of C527 SNV?

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What year was C527 SNV registered?

C527 SNV is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 April 1986.

Is C527 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C527 SNV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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