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E300 GVV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,949 mi
Last recorded40,949 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE300 GVV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 40,949 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 39,435 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 39,154 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 39,019 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 38,541 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 38,454 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 38,454 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 38,257 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 38,167 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 37,865 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 37,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

heavily undersealed

Pass 5 Jun 2009 36,909 miles

ALL BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING

Pass 3 Jun 2008 36,652 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 36,537 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 36,537 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 36,345 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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E300 GVV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E300 GVV, 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 E300 GVV?

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What year was E300 GVV registered?

E300 GVV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 August 1987.

Is E300 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E300 GVV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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