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E281 BFE

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

81,468 mi
Last recorded81,468 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE281 BFE
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 81,468 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 81,438 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 81,393 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 81,299 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 81,160 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 81,038 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 81,014 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 81,001 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 80,877 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 80,741 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 80,741 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Both front wheel bearings have slight play

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear anti-roll bar front rubber mounting bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 28 Sep 2015 80,491 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 80,347 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 80,007 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 79,610 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 79,118 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 79,076 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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E281 BFE is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 E281 BFE, 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 E281 BFE?

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What year was E281 BFE registered?

E281 BFE is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 September 1987.

Is E281 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E281 BFE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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