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C961 GKN

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3510cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,448 mi
Last recorded14,448 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC961 GKN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,510cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 14,448 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 14,440 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 14,440 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 14,431 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 13,830 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 8,740 miles

front and rear bumpers not fitted at time of test.

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 29 Jan 2011 8,733 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front and rear bumpers not fitted at time of test.

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 4 Mar 2009 4,952 miles

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 4,940 miles

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 523 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Dec 2006 95,284 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 95,066 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 90,158 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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C961 GKN is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 C961 GKN, 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 C961 GKN registered?

C961 GKN is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 May 1986.

Is C961 GKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C961 GKN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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