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C931 GUR

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,661 mi
Last recorded85,661 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC931 GUR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 85,661 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 85,652 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 85,577 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 85,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 83,999 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2016 83,999 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 81,536 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill damaged

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2014 81,297 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 80,562 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 80,399 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 79,901 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 79,527 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 Nov 2009 78,561 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 78,561 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 76,415 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 71,796 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 71,792 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear arches corroded and hole but not with-in prescribed area

Pass 23 Nov 2006 67,262 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 67,216 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

both front brake hoses has cracks on them

offside front inner wing has slight corrosion close to the 30cm mark(from inside bonnet)

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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C931 GUR is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 C931 GUR, 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 40 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C931 GUR registered?

C931 GUR is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 February 1986.

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