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C777 JFR

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,656 mi
Last recorded72,656 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC777 JFR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 72,656 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 72,086 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

vehicle underside waxoyled obscuring components

Pass 1 Dec 2016 71,577 miles

Nearside Front wing repeater lens insecure, taped

Offside Front visable corrosion of floor to inner wheel arch area

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

surface corrosion to n/s/r and o/s/r outer sill /arch areas

Offside Front fog lamp faulty, getting very hot/smoking

Fail 28 Nov 2016 71,575 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front wing repeater lens insecure, taped

Offside Front visable corrosion of floor to inner wheel arch area

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

surface corrosion to n/s/r and o/s/r outer sill /arch areas

Offside Front fog lamp faulty, getting very hot/smoking

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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C777 JFR is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C777 JFR, 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

How do I check the history of C777 JFR?

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What year was C777 JFR registered?

C777 JFR is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 November 1985.

Is C777 JFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C777 JFR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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