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B144 TFO

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,089 mi
Last recorded63,089 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB144 TFO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 63,089 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 62,492 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 61,808 miles

corrosion nearside front floor, not in prescribed area

corrosion offside rear wheelarch, not in prescribed area

slight buckle nearside front wheel

Pass 16 Aug 2022 61,008 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 59,762 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 57,895 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 57,465 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 55,297 miles

nearside rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2017 54,483 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 53,019 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 52,094 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 51,362 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 50,516 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 49,672 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 48,901 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 47,463 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 46,595 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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B144 TFO is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B144 TFO, 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 B144 TFO?

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What year was B144 TFO registered?

B144 TFO is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B144 TFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B144 TFO shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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