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E280 SNF

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

75,710 mi
Last recorded75,710 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE280 SNF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 75,710 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 75,697 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 75,673 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

centre prop mount worn

Pass 23 May 2018 75,656 miles

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

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 May 2018 75,655 miles

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

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s front shock absorber sticking

Pass 9 May 2017 75,644 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 75,617 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 75,617 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Clutch snatching

Oil leaking from o/s steering rack boot

Pass 19 May 2015 75,600 miles

Coolant leak (radiator area)

Fail 6 May 2015 75,589 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Coolant leak (radiator area)

N/S/R Foot brake efficiency low

Pass 30 May 2014 75,578 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 75,567 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front shock absorbers seizing

Pass 16 May 2013 75,556 miles

All brakes binding slightly

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 May 2012 75,545 miles

Both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 26 May 2011 75,510 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s front wheel binding slightly

Fail 12 May 2011 75,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s front wheel binding slightly

Pass 27 May 2010 75,468 miles

Fuel pump craddle corroded

Play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 20 May 2009 75,452 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 75,431 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 75,365 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 75,359 miles

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

passenger front seat back rest,slightly insecure.

Pass 10 May 2006 75,335 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 75,333 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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 SNF is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 E280 SNF, 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.

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What year was E280 SNF registered?

E280 SNF is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E280 SNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E280 SNF shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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