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DRS 725A

1985 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,301 mi
Last recorded14,301 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2010
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 725A
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2010 14,301 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 14,301 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,648 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 13,648 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 12,843 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 11,601 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 11,601 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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DRS 725A is a 1985 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 DRS 725A, 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

How do I check the history of DRS 725A?

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What year was DRS 725A registered?

DRS 725A is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 February 1985.

Is DRS 725A safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 725A shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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