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E101 HRV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,176 mi
Last recorded55,176 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE101 HRV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 55,176 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 54,799 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 54,473 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 54,311 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 53,974 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 53,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 53,233 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 52,615 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 52,365 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 52,082 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 51,681 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 51,429 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 51,045 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 50,616 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,985 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 49,292 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 47,774 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 46,629 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 46,629 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2007 46,038 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 45,090 miles

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

rear axle oil leak

slight play n/s/f wheelbearing

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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E101 HRV 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 95.2%.

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 E101 HRV, 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 E101 HRV registered?

E101 HRV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 August 1987.

Is E101 HRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E101 HRV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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