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C54 VVC

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,044 mi
Last recorded103,044 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC54 VVC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 103,044 miles

Nearside Rear axle oil leak

Offside Rear axle oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 103,034 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

N/S door mirror missing

rear axle leaking

Pass 21 Dec 2013 99,848 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 91,962 miles

no rear seats or seatbelts fitted at time of test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

tyres are fitted to large width wheels sidewalls appear slightly deformed

Fail 14 Dec 2012 91,949 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

no rear seats or seatbelts fitted at time of test

tyres are fitted to large width wheels sidewalls appear slightly deformed

Pass 15 Dec 2011 85,938 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 72,839 miles

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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C54 VVC is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C54 VVC, 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 C54 VVC registered?

C54 VVC is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C54 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C54 VVC 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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