CarVerify

Free Car Check

B98 WBM

1984 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,958 mi
Last recorded69,958 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB98 WBM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 69,958 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 69,957 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2014 69,505 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 69,043 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 68,279 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 67,179 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 66,087 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 65,410 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 64,508 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 63,235 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 62,465 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
Full Ford Capri reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B98 WBM is a 1984 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B98 WBM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B98 WBM?

You can check the full history of B98 WBM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B98 WBM registered?

B98 WBM is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 September 1984.

Is B98 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B98 WBM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B98 WBM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B98 WBM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.