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E54 YHH

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,097 mi
Last recorded56,097 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE54 YHH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 56,097 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 55,547 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 54,659 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 54,288 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 53,338 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 52,645 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 51,096 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 50,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 50,081 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 48,719 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 48,049 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 48,045 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 47,046 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 46,252 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 44,974 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 44,153 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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E54 YHH 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 87.5%.

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 E54 YHH, 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 E54 YHH?

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What year was E54 YHH registered?

E54 YHH is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E54 YHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E54 YHH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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