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E270 PUB

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,404 mi
Last recorded36,404 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE270 PUB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 36,404 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 31,202 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 31,202 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 29,932 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front metal brake pipe is running close to turbo

Fail 17 Jun 2009 29,885 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front metal brake pipe is running close to turbo

Pass 16 Jan 2008 25,725 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 122,187 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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E270 PUB is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 E270 PUB, 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 E270 PUB registered?

E270 PUB is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E270 PUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E270 PUB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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