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B147 EEV

1985 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,152 mi
Last recorded96,152 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB147 EEV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2021 96,152 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 95,437 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 94,787 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 94,307 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 93,544 miles

1.near side and off side rear axle steel brake pipes becomming corroded 2.off side brake slightly tight

Pass 20 Nov 2009 93,158 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 92,338 miles

1.off side front brake slightly tight

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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B147 EEV is a 1985 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 B147 EEV, 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 B147 EEV registered?

B147 EEV is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 June 1985.

Is B147 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B147 EEV shows 7 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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