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E28 FNO

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,286 mi
Last recorded94,286 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE28 FNO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 94,286 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 94,286 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 94,286 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 94,286 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 94,286 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 25 Nov 2013 94,286 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 94,286 miles

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

Minor dampness around steering rack.

Pass 28 Nov 2011 94,286 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 94,286 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 94,288 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 94,286 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 94,286 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 94,286 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 94,286 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 94,286 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 94,286 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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E28 FNO is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1988 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 60,134 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 E28 FNO, 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 38 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 E28 FNO registered?

E28 FNO is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E28 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E28 FNO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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