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C851 NHF

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,994 mi
Last recorded76,994 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2015
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC851 NHF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2015 76,994 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

general body and chassis corrosion

Pass 9 Jul 2014 70,058 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 70,058 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2006 70,029 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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C851 NHF is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C851 NHF, 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

How do I check the history of C851 NHF?

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What year was C851 NHF registered?

C851 NHF is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C851 NHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C851 NHF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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