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BRW 884Y

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,933 mi
Last recorded33,933 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRW 884Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 33,933 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 33,411 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 31,807 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 30,697 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 29,702 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 29,120 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 29,120 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 28,800 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 28,354 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 27,961 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 27,811 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 27,811 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,547 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 25,547 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 22,752 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 22,752 miles

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

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 22,401 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 22,401 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 22,115 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 21,691 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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BRW 884Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BRW 884Y, 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 BRW 884Y registered?

BRW 884Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 August 1982.

Is BRW 884Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRW 884Y shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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