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C717 LVW

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,246 mi
Last recorded57,246 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC717 LVW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 57,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (d bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 57,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 57,198 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 57,175 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 57,151 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 57,151 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

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

Pass 5 May 2021 57,087 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 56,940 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 56,940 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 56,721 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 56,721 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 56,655 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 56,542 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement to track control arm (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 56,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement to track control arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,375 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 56,206 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 56,206 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 55,837 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 55,739 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 55,430 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 54,452 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 54,235 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 53,973 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 52,269 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 51,983 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 51,983 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 51,784 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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C717 LVW is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 C717 LVW, 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 40 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 C717 LVW registered?

C717 LVW is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is C717 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C717 LVW shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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