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E495 GVV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

75,953 mi
Last recorded75,953 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE495 GVV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 75,953 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 75,861 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 75,849 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 75,685 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 75,667 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 75,644 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 75,587 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 75,388 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 75,149 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 75,034 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 74,711 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 74,413 miles

Oil leak

braided brake hoses fitted all round

Pass 31 Mar 2014 74,079 miles

corrosion around front top mounts

Fail 31 Mar 2014 74,079 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

corrosion around front top mounts

Pass 4 Apr 2013 73,571 miles

Advise:Braided brake hoses fitted.

Corrosion around front suspension leg mountings

Pass 2 Apr 2012 73,058 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 72,859 miles

fuel tank and tank straps corroded

rear brake pipe along axle covered over with grease

rear silencers heavily corroded

supply pipe from n/s/f caliper to flexy corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2011 72,859 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

rear brake pipe along axle covered over with grease

fuel tank and tank straps corroded

rear silencers heavily corroded

supply pipe from n/s/f caliper to flexy corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2009 72,355 miles

both rear sections of exhaust corroded

brake pedal apperars quite soft

n/s/f brake flexy furrules thin

Fail 15 Aug 2009 72,355 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear sections of exhaust corroded

brake pedal apperars quite soft

n/s/f brake flexy furrules thin

Pass 19 Aug 2008 70,954 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 69,517 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 69,508 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 67,755 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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E495 GVV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 E495 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 E495 GVV?

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What year was E495 GVV registered?

E495 GVV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 August 1987.

Is E495 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E495 GVV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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