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C71 HHK

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,335 mi
Last recorded49,335 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC71 HHK
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 49,335 miles

Nearside Rear Hub seal leaking

Pass 5 Jul 2024 48,767 miles

Nearside Rear hub seal slight leak

Pass 10 May 2023 47,960 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 46,597 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 45,018 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 42,035 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 40,668 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 39,992 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 39,455 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 38,800 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 37,740 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 37,021 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 36,770 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 35,937 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 35,296 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 35,290 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

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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C71 HHK is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C71 HHK, 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 C71 HHK registered?

C71 HHK is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 August 1985.

Is C71 HHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C71 HHK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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