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E510 XRM

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,133 mi
Last recorded25,133 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE510 XRM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 25,133 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 24,941 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 24,941 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 24,920 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 24,920 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 24,167 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2017 24,118 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 23,435 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,139 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 22,419 miles

slight footbrake travel

Pass 29 Jun 2010 22,093 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 20,454 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 18,494 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 17,672 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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E510 XRM is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E510 XRM, 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

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What year was E510 XRM registered?

E510 XRM is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 August 1987.

Is E510 XRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E510 XRM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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