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C81 MFT

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

69,737 mi
Last recorded69,737 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC81 MFT
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 69,737 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

STEARING RACK LEAKING MINOR

Fail 1 Jun 2026 69,731 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

STEARING RACK LEAKING MINOR

Pass 5 May 2023 69,703 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 68,292 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 68,269 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 67,885 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 67,885 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,858 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 67,400 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 64,890 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 64,849 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 64,772 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Battery loose but not insecure.

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight corrosion in both front inner wheel arches.

Pass 5 May 2011 64,644 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 26 May 2009 64,298 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2009 64,298 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 63,869 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 63,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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C81 MFT is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 C81 MFT, 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 C81 MFT registered?

C81 MFT is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C81 MFT safe to buy?

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