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B141 JRM

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,196 mi
Last recorded74,196 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB141 JRM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 74,196 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 74,054 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 74,051 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 73,818 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 73,783 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 73,594 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 72,777 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 72,524 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 71,627 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 71,627 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 71,625 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 71,453 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 71,439 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 71,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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B141 JRM is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B141 JRM, 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 B141 JRM registered?

B141 JRM is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 March 1985.

Is B141 JRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B141 JRM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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