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C954 JWF

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,008 mi
Last recorded42,008 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2008
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC954 JWF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2008 42,008 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

engine sump rusty

front wings rusted but not resulting in jagged edge

fuel tank and straps rusty

metal ferruls of rear flexable b/hose rusty

Fail 28 Aug 2008 42,006 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine sump rusty

exhaust system hanging low

front wings rusted but not resulting in jagged edge

fuel tank and straps rusty

metal ferruls of rear flexable b/hose rusty

Fail 9 Jun 2008 41,973 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2007 40,355 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 38,522 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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C954 JWF is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C954 JWF, 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 C954 JWF registered?

C954 JWF is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 November 1985.

Is C954 JWF safe to buy?

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