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C735 GYB

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,380 mi
Last recorded51,380 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC735 GYB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 51,380 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 51,200 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 51,007 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 50,579 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 50,380 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 50,167 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 49,420 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 47,895 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 47,895 miles

Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 45,772 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 34,291 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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C735 GYB is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C735 GYB, 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

How do I check the history of C735 GYB?

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What year was C735 GYB registered?

C735 GYB is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 February 1986.

Is C735 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C735 GYB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C735 GYB have outstanding finance?

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