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C58 LAW

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,435 mi
Last recorded64,435 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC58 LAW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2013 64,435 miles

nearside front chasis corroded but not structual

Pass 6 Jul 2012 63,234 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 63,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 61,665 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 61,663 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 57,486 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 52,631 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 50,895 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 47,723 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 47,723 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 31,528 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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C58 LAW is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 C58 LAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C58 LAW registered?

C58 LAW is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C58 LAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C58 LAW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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