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B146 FMW

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

67,534 mi
Last recorded67,534 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB146 FMW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 67,534 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 67,516 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 67,498 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 67,469 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 67,440 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 67,412 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 67,386 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 67,356 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 67,321 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 67,288 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 67,196 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 67,078 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 66,944 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 66,207 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

radiator deteriating

Fail 8 Nov 2010 66,207 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

radiator deteriating

Pass 23 Oct 2009 65,587 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 62,824 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 56,905 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 56,905 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 47,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

emissions on limit

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2005 43,076 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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B146 FMW is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 B146 FMW, 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.

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What year was B146 FMW registered?

B146 FMW is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 May 1985.

Is B146 FMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B146 FMW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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