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C78 EBU

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,959 mi
Last recorded24,959 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC78 EBU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 24,959 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 24,957 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 24,951 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 24,951 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 78,774 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 77,437 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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C78 EBU is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C78 EBU, 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 C78 EBU?

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What year was C78 EBU registered?

C78 EBU is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 April 1986.

Is C78 EBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C78 EBU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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