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E143 SJS

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,566 mi
Last recorded51,566 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE143 SJS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 51,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs slight pitting/surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 49,696 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 49,328 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 49,263 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 49,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 49,230 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 49,073 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 49,073 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 48,541 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 48,266 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 46,378 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 45,833 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 44,693 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 44,693 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 43,599 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 41,945 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 41,322 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 40,133 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 39,081 miles

battery insecure

Fail 4 May 2006 39,078 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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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E143 SJS is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E143 SJS, 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

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What year was E143 SJS registered?

E143 SJS is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E143 SJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E143 SJS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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