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C598 YVG

1985 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

1,460 mi
Last recorded1,460 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC598 YVG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 1,460 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge and outer side edge heavily cracked but not showing ply or cords

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Apr 2016 1,446 miles

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both sides outer sills corroded

oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2015 1,416 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both outer sills corroded

floor and general corrosion under vehicle

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 23 Apr 2014 1,402 miles

Oil leak

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both outer sills corroded

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 22 Apr 2013 1,289 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2012 1,149 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 100,529 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 99,803 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 99,492 miles

slight corrosion round nearside rear front spring hanger

Pass 23 Jul 2007
Pass 23 May 2006
Fail 17 May 2006

Nearside Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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C598 YVG is a 1985 Ford Capri in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 C598 YVG, 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 C598 YVG registered?

C598 YVG is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 September 1985.

Is C598 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C598 YVG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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