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C882 OYJ

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

86,945 mi
Last recorded86,945 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC882 OYJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 86,945 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 86,667 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 86,422 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 May 2022 86,175 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 85,874 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 85,453 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 85,005 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 84,615 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 84,060 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 83,112 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 81,531 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 80,758 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 79,877 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 78,989 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 78,387 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 77,425 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 76,867 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 75,950 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 75,100 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2005 73,753 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2005 73,753 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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C882 OYJ is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C882 OYJ, 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 C882 OYJ registered?

C882 OYJ is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 October 1985.

Is C882 OYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C882 OYJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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