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E239 APU

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,063 mi
Last recorded97,063 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE239 APU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 97,063 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2015 97,062 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jun 2014 96,910 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear diffential leak

Pass 23 Jun 2014 96,910 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

rear diffential leak

Pass 6 Jun 2013 95,991 miles

REAR PROPSHAFT U/J VERY WORN...wear in front track control arm bushes..Sports exhaust fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2012 93,598 miles

advise reroute handbrake cables..slight wear in front track control arms centre bushings

Pass 19 May 2009 90,667 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

sports exhaust fitted not unreasonably noisy..front and rear bumpers not fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Apr 2008 83,747 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 83,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

offside dip beam on lower limits

Pass 22 Aug 2006 82,135 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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E239 APU is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 E239 APU, 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

How do I check the history of E239 APU?

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What year was E239 APU registered?

E239 APU is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E239 APU safe to buy?

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