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E270 UYD

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,382 mi
Last recorded37,382 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 37,382 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 36,720 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 35,974 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 35,162 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 34,466 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 33,621 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 33,560 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 33,492 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 33,453 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 32,585 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 32,211 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

n/s/r number plate light dim

slight damage to jacking points and chassis

Pass 28 Aug 2013 31,950 miles

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

n/s/f and o/s/f chassis outriggers crushed

n/s/f chassis outrigger crushed onto fuel line

n/s/r tail pipe clamp touching rear leaf spring

Pass 7 Sep 2012 31,851 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine and gearbox slight oil leak

nearside front and offside front jacking points slight damage

Pass 24 Apr 2010 31,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

all four tyres splittin on side walls

o/s/f floor damage to jacking point

slight binding o/s/r

Pass 29 Nov 2008 31,006 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 30,250 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2008 30,249 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 30,012 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 UYD is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 E270 UYD, 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 UYD registered?

E270 UYD is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 November 1987.

Is E270 UYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E270 UYD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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