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E501 JEG

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,037 mi
Last recorded16,037 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE501 JEG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 16,037 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 15,597 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 15,211 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 15,003 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 14,434 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 14,027 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 14,027 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 13,400 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 12,284 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 11,171 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 11,171 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 9,988 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 8,747 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 7,365 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 4,090 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 545 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 98,283 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 95,297 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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E501 JEG is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 E501 JEG, 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 E501 JEG?

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What year was E501 JEG registered?

E501 JEG is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 August 1987.

Is E501 JEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E501 JEG shows 18 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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