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C616 SPV

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,160 mi
Last recorded6,160 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC616 SPV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 6,160 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 6,120 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 5,709 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 5,687 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 5,687 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 5,670 miles

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 May 2009 5,670 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 5,022 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 5,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fuel tank has been repaired

no dip stick

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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C616 SPV is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C616 SPV, 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 C616 SPV registered?

C616 SPV is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C616 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C616 SPV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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