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A668 OVR

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,109 mi
Last recorded61,109 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA668 OVR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 61,109 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 51,107 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020
Fail 16 Nov 2020

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019
Pass 25 Apr 2018 60,945 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,113 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015
Pass 7 Jun 2014 60,945 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 70,145 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 59,905 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 60,945 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 60,946 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 60,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 60,945 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 60,945 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 60,945 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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A668 OVR is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1987 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 55,478 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 A668 OVR, 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 39 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A668 OVR registered?

A668 OVR is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 August 1987.

Is A668 OVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A668 OVR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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