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BLY 296Y

1982 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,014 mi
Last recorded70,014 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLY 296Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 70,014 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 69,413 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 67,779 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 65,838 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 65,838 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 65,476 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 65,470 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 64,042 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 64,013 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both inner sills very rusty

both outer sills surface rust

both rear arches very rusty

brake pedal spongy

damage to n/s arch,door,rear arch

exhaust rubbers poor condition/cracking

o/s top door hinge very rusty

o/s/r panel very rusty but not with in 30cm of susp

Pass 22 Jul 2011 64,013 miles

both inner sills very rusty

both outer sills surface rust

both rear arches very rusty

brake pedal spongy

damage to n/s arch,door,rear arch

exhaust rubbers poor condition/cracking

o/s top door hinge very rusty

o/s/r panel very rusty but not with in 30cm of susp

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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BLY 296Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 BLY 296Y, 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 44 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 BLY 296Y registered?

BLY 296Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 October 1982.

Is BLY 296Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLY 296Y shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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