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E575 TUB

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

76,342 mi
Last recorded76,342 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE575 TUB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 76,342 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 76,210 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 76,114 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 76,095 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2019 75,979 miles

corrosion to front brakes

corrosion to under body

rusting around windscreen

slight bind to o/s/f brake

slight play in front wheel bearings

various oil leaks

Fail 9 Mar 2019 75,979 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

corrosion to front brakes

corrosion to under body

rusting around windscreen

slight bind to o/s/f brake

slight play in front wheel bearings

various oil leaks

Fail 15 Feb 2015 74,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

various brake and suspension components showing age related wear and corrossion

Pass 15 Feb 2015 74,174 miles

various brake and suspension components showing age related wear and corrossion

Pass 11 Jul 2012 73,757 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 72,930 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

general corrosion to body and chassis

slight oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2010 69,967 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 69,840 miles

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 68,055 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 63,308 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 62,611 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front flexi brake hose ferrules heavily corroded.

Pass 22 Sep 2005 62,611 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front flexi brake hose ferrules heavily corroded.

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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E575 TUB is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1988 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 60,134 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E575 TUB, 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 38 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E575 TUB registered?

E575 TUB is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 January 1988.

Is E575 TUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E575 TUB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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