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B352 BVW

1985 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,743 mi
Last recorded80,743 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB352 BVW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 80,743 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 80,536 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 80,461 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 80,281 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 80,025 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 79,624 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 79,141 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 79,002 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 78,863 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 78,690 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 78,297 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 78,256 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 77,714 miles

CO level is high but within limit

front wheel bearings have play

n/s headlamp light output is slightly reduced

oil leaks

rear wheel bearings or diff slightly noisy ?

slight play in steering

Pass 29 Jun 2012 76,628 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 76,619 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 76,650 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 73,744 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 73,744 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 68,759 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

osr sill surface rust

Pass 22 Jul 2006 68,542 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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B352 BVW is a 1985 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B352 BVW, 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

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What year was B352 BVW registered?

B352 BVW is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 January 1985.

Is B352 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B352 BVW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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