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B966 RVM

1984 Ford Capri

Brown Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

83,417 mi
Last recorded83,417 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB966 RVM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 83,417 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 83,275 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 82,893 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 81,588 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 80,794 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 80,580 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 80,570 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2016 80,533 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 80,477 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 80,470 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 80,460 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 80,444 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 80,329 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 80,291 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 79,947 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 79,465 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 79,465 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

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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B966 RVM is a 1984 Ford Capri in Brown with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1984 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,971 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 B966 RVM, 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 42 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B966 RVM registered?

B966 RVM is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 August 1984.

Is B966 RVM safe to buy?

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