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C785 RPL

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,842 mi
Last recorded96,842 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC785 RPL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 96,842 miles

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))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 96,231 miles

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))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 96,231 miles

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))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 96,225 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 96,209 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 96,138 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN UNDERSEALED

VEHICLE HAS VARIOUS OIL LEAKS

Fail 26 Jun 2019 96,138 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 95,463 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

ns and os sill slightly corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2018 95,462 miles

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?

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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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.

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