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C838 XBF

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,059 mi
Last recorded21,059 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC838 XBF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 21,059 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 20,254 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 19,676 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 19,101 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 18,471 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind wheel not prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front seat mount joint worn

Offside Front seat mount joints worn

Offside Rear bump stop bracket corroded

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 17,244 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 15,773 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 15,399 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 14,584 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 13,771 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,770 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 11,420 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 10,550 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 10,049 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 9,092 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 6,994 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 4,413 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

rear susp lowered

Pass 22 Aug 2006 3,720 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

showing slight blue smoke during warm up

Fail 8 Jun 2006 3,713 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

front tracking is clearly out.

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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C838 XBF is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 C838 XBF, 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.

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What year was C838 XBF registered?

C838 XBF is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 April 1986.

Is C838 XBF safe to buy?

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