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E584 PDC

1988 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,915 mi
Last recorded15,915 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE584 PDC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 15,915 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 15,783 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak from water pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2023 15,759 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak from water pump/thermostat area ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 15,690 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2020 15,514 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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E584 PDC is a 1988 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E584 PDC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E584 PDC?

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What year was E584 PDC registered?

E584 PDC is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is E584 PDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E584 PDC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E584 PDC have outstanding finance?

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