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E280 KFB

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

89,466 mi
Last recorded89,466 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE280 KFB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 89,466 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 88,492 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 87,083 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 85,909 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 84,911 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 84,555 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 82,786 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 80,668 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 78,768 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 77,587 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 76,810 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

underside wax oil

Pass 26 Jun 2013 76,704 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 75,830 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 75,459 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 74,326 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 73,069 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 73,069 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 72,248 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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E280 KFB 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 E280 KFB, 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 E280 KFB registered?

E280 KFB is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 August 1987.

Is E280 KFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E280 KFB 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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