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C55 TLC

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,349 mi
Last recorded80,349 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC55 TLC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 80,349 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 80,067 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 79,242 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 79,215 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 79,215 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Saddle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 11 May 2020 79,081 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 78,947 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2018 78,965 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper cap missing, has sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective one hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective one hanger missing (6.1.2 (a))

steering system slightly heavy

Fail 22 Sep 2018 78,946 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted end cap missing allowing sharp edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))

steering system slightly tight

Pass 16 Sep 2017 78,882 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 78,733 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 78,310 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 78,274 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 77,833 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 77,833 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 77,756 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 77,428 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 77,103 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 76,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 76,501 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 75,651 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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C55 TLC is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C55 TLC, 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 C55 TLC registered?

C55 TLC is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C55 TLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C55 TLC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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