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C857 HGK

1985 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

8,196 mi
Last recorded8,196 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC857 HGK
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2015 8,196 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

body of vehicle has general corrosion

o/s front tyre wall cracks

Pass 20 Aug 2014 7,839 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

bodywork in general corroded but no sharp protruding edges

o/s front floor weak condition

o/s of steering rack slight play

Fail 13 Aug 2014 7,829 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

bodywork in general corroded but no sharp protruding edges

o/s front floor weak condition

o/s of steering rack slight play

Pass 31 Jul 2013 7,241 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

all shock absorber casings corroded

exhaust front and centre sections weak condition

slight noise at n/s & o/s rear wheel bearings

slight play at n/s of steering rack

Pass 31 Jul 2012 6,886 miles

Front and centre exhaust corroded

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2012 6,886 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front and centre exhaust corroded

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jul 2011 6,304 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 6,304 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 5,609 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 4,306 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 4,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 2,673 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 2,657 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 674 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 664 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 98,512 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 98,502 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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C857 HGK is a 1985 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 C857 HGK, 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 C857 HGK registered?

C857 HGK is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 September 1985.

Is C857 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C857 HGK shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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