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C881 GGG

1985 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,953 mi
Last recorded49,953 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC881 GGG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 49,953 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 48,849 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 48,563 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 47,317 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 45,300 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 44,407 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 43,970 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 43,225 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 42,290 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 38,560 miles

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 38,227 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside rear tire inner edge feathered slightly

Pass 3 Mar 2006 35,105 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 35,105 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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C881 GGG is a 1985 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C881 GGG, 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 C881 GGG registered?

C881 GGG is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 September 1985.

Is C881 GGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C881 GGG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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