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E444 JBV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,563 mi
Last recorded28,563 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE444 JBV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 28,563 miles

Offside Upper Crack in screen

Pass 12 Jul 2017 28,434 miles

crack in top right hand side of windscreen

offside rear back plate damp

Fail 12 Jul 2017 28,434 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

crack in top right hand side of windscreen

offside rear back plate damp

Pass 6 Jul 2016 28,095 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 27,932 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake servo rusty

damp around offside rear back plate

Fail 29 Jun 2015 27,932 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake servo rusty

damp around offside rear back plate

Pass 16 Jul 2014 27,801 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 27,599 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 27,403 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,053 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 27,053 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 26,831 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 26,624 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,419 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 26,172 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 25,742 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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E444 JBV 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 81.3%.

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 E444 JBV, 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 E444 JBV registered?

E444 JBV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 December 1987.

Is E444 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E444 JBV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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