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C848 WLS

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,762 mi
Last recorded9,762 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC848 WLS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 9,762 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 8,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2013 7,277 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

speedo lights dim

Fail 2 May 2013 7,277 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

speedo lights dim

Pass 9 May 2012 6,209 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake travel could be improved

Pass 6 May 2011 4,966 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 3,921 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2009 2,645 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2008 1,261 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 297 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 98,489 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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C848 WLS is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 C848 WLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C848 WLS registered?

C848 WLS is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 November 1985.

Is C848 WLS safe to buy?

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