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C964 NJM

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,175 mi
Last recorded65,175 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC964 NJM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 65,175 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 64,576 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centerbox exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 64,178 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 63,085 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 62,373 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 62,111 miles

front anti roll bar bushesin lower track control arms worn

Pass 18 Jan 2020 61,993 miles

Both offside tyres perished

Both rear leaf springs corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe that goes across rear axle

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 4 Jan 2019 61,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe that goes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

both offside tyres perished

both rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2018 61,928 miles

both offside tyres perished slightly

Pass 20 Jan 2017 61,742 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 61,595 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 61,443 miles

Oil leak

front no plate cracked still secure

Pass 10 Jan 2014 61,101 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 60,766 miles

front number plate cracked

osf tyre 2mm and perished

osr tyre 2mm

Fail 7 Jan 2013 60,766 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

osf tyre 2mm and perished

osr tyre 2mm

front brakes binding

front number plate cracked

Pass 13 Jan 2012 60,477 miles

advise front brakes starting to bind slightly

advise light underbody corrosion

Fail 12 Jan 2012 60,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

advise front brakes starting to bind slightly

advise light underbody corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2011 59,122 miles

advise corrosion brake pipe ferrules

advise fuel cap seal poor

advise slight play in front wheel bearings

advise washer adjustment

strong advise n/s/f tre right on the limit at time of test

Pass 26 Jan 2010 59,122 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 58,897 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 58,185 miles

advise front pads getting worn

advise underbody corrosion

Fail 24 Jan 2008 58,185 miles

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise front pads getting worn

advise underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Jan 2007 57,563 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 57,563 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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C964 NJM is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C964 NJM, 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 C964 NJM registered?

C964 NJM is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 September 1985.

Is C964 NJM safe to buy?

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