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B280 CAP

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,336 mi
Last recorded33,336 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB280 CAP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 33,336 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 32,858 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 32,858 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Spacing (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 32,497 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 32,270 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 32,270 miles

Brake pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. headlamp incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 32,013 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 31,749 miles

Offside Front brake caliper slow to react

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2018 31,749 miles

Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose rack mounting bolts loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper slow to react

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 31,383 miles

show plates changed at time of test

Fail 4 Jul 2017 31,379 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 30,762 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,441 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 29,796 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2011 29,398 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 29,162 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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B280 CAP is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 55,478 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B280 CAP, 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 39 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 B280 CAP registered?

B280 CAP is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is B280 CAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B280 CAP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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