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E434 VKC

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,595 mi
Last recorded52,595 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE434 VKC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 52,595 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 52,583 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 52,501 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 52,416 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 52,142 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 52,104 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 48,908 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 48,902 miles

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

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

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

front offside brake pads worn,will need replacing in the very near future. †

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing not failable at the time of test †

steering pinion box as slight play not failable at time of test †

Pass 25 May 2005 46,199 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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E434 VKC is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E434 VKC, 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 E434 VKC?

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What year was E434 VKC registered?

E434 VKC is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 September 1987.

Is E434 VKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E434 VKC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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