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C966 PRC

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,754 mi
Last recorded35,754 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC966 PRC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 35,754 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 35,460 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 35,316 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 35,051 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 35,017 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 34,921 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 34,811 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 34,573 miles

front number plate cracked.

wing repeators stuck on with masking tape.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 34,200 miles

front number plate cracked ok at time of test

Fail 29 Jan 2007 34,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 33,112 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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C966 PRC is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C966 PRC, 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 C966 PRC registered?

C966 PRC is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 April 1986.

Is C966 PRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C966 PRC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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