MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,842 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front strut top bearing jumping when steering turned
Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Nearside Front strut top bearing jumping when steering turned
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front strut top bearing jumping when steering turned
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN UNDERSEALED
VEHICLE HAS VARIOUS OIL LEAKS
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN UNDERSEALED
VARIOUS SLIGHT OIL LEAKS
Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
ns and os sill slightly corroded
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
ns and os sill slightly corroded
How Reliable is the Ford Capri?
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C785 RPL is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 C785 RPL, 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.
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What year was C785 RPL registered?
C785 RPL is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is C785 RPL safe to buy?
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