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C69 GWC

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,556 mi
Last recorded81,556 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC69 GWC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 81,556 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 81,291 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 81,289 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 81,154 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 80,752 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 80,369 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 80,022 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 79,279 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 79,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 79,178 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 79,178 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 79,025 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 78,848 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 78,833 miles

Brake clevis joint locking device missing both ns and os (3.5.1l)

Braking system leaking osf brake pipe to flexi (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 7.98% (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

brakes not tested leaking

engine oil leak

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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C69 GWC is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 C69 GWC, 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 C69 GWC registered?

C69 GWC is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 August 1985.

Is C69 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C69 GWC shows 14 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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