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C974 VLM

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,055 mi
Last recorded35,055 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2007
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC974 VLM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2007 35,055 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 35,007 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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C974 VLM is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C974 VLM, 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 C974 VLM registered?

C974 VLM is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 February 1986.

Is C974 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C974 VLM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C974 VLM have outstanding finance?

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