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B162 HFW

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,375 mi
Last recorded95,375 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB162 HFW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 95,375 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 95,310 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 95,221 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 95,087 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 94,907 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 94,627 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 94,083 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 93,073 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 91,406 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 89,577 miles

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

oil leak

rear spring mounts corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2013 89,577 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

oil leak

rear spring mounts corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2012 89,050 miles

corrosion on rear chassis arond spring mounts

front brake boarderline pass on balance

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 2 Jun 2012 89,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion on rear chassis arond spring mounts

front brake boarderline pass on balance

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 11 May 2011 87,956 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

windscreen washer aim high

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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B162 HFW is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black 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 B162 HFW, 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 B162 HFW?

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What year was B162 HFW registered?

B162 HFW is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B162 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B162 HFW 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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