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B7 AES

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,744 mi
Last recorded23,744 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 AES
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 23,744 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 23,346 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 22,908 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 22,620 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 22,255 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 21,722 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 21,458 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 20,947 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 20,638 miles

Nearside Front Slight Play In Rack End

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 20,088 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play Both Front (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Slight Play In Rack End

Pass 24 Nov 2015 19,201 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 17,825 miles

n/s/f wheel arch corroded but not in a precribed area

Fail 28 Nov 2014 17,825 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

n/s/f wheel arch corroded but not in a precribed area

Pass 19 Sep 2013 17,595 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 17,558 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,558 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 16,185 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,745 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 15,201 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 14,718 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 14,698 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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B7 AES is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B7 AES, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B7 AES registered?

B7 AES is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is B7 AES safe to buy?

The MOT history for B7 AES shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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