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C840 WDH

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,319 mi
Last recorded26,319 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC840 WDH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 26,319 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 26,276 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 26,009 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 25,963 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 20,901 miles

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

passenger mirror damaged

Pass 5 May 2011 20,592 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 20,580 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2008 20,570 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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C840 WDH is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C840 WDH, 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 C840 WDH registered?

C840 WDH is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C840 WDH safe to buy?

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