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C959 LOJ

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2011
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

3,154 mi
Last recorded3,154 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2012
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC959 LOJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2012 3,154 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2010 3,141 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 3,135 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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C959 LOJ is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 C959 LOJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C959 LOJ registered?

C959 LOJ is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 January 1986.

Is C959 LOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C959 LOJ shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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