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C83 FKJ

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,428 mi
Last recorded55,428 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC83 FKJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 55,428 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2026 55,403 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 55,198 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive from power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 55,142 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 54,998 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 54,809 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 54,724 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 54,724 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 54,724 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 54,620 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 54,448 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 54,446 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH SIDES (1.8)

rear brake binding BOTH (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 May 2014 54,290 miles

slight exhaust blow from front pipes & rear silencers (corrosion)

slight oil leak from PAS Rack

Fail 12 May 2014 54,290 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

slight exhaust blow from front pipes & rear silencers (corrosion)

slight oil leak from PAS Rack

Pass 11 Apr 2012 54,192 miles

rear fuel hose perished at pump

Fail 10 Apr 2012 54,192 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear fuel hose perished at pump

Pass 13 Apr 2010 54,026 miles

slight binding on rear brakes when handbrake released

Pass 12 May 2008 53,767 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 53,052 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2007 53,052 miles

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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C83 FKJ is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 C83 FKJ, 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 C83 FKJ registered?

C83 FKJ is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 March 1986.

Is C83 FKJ safe to buy?

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