CarVerify

Free Car Check

E223 BVS

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

63,237 mi
Last recorded63,237 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Below or 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

RegistrationE223 BVS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 63,237 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 63,210 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 62,968 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 62,922 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 62,922 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 62,785 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 9 Nov 2017 62,749 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 62,674 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 62,529 miles

Oil leak

front and rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Jun 2014 62,139 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 62,109 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 61,922 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 61,705 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 61,448 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 60,952 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 60,572 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 60,150 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 60,126 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

E223 BVS is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1988 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 60,134 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 E223 BVS, 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 38 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 E223 BVS?

You can check the full history of E223 BVS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E223 BVS registered?

E223 BVS is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E223 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E223 BVS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E223 BVS 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 E223 BVS. 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.