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E601 JVV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,775 mi
Last recorded99,775 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE601 JVV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 99,775 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 98,336 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 97,283 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 97,187 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 97,185 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (9.2.8c)

Fail 12 May 2018 97,185 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working switch illumination (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (9.2.8c)

Pass 15 May 2015 97,171 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Jun 2014 96,009 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 94,264 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 93,397 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 92,770 miles

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded

o/s/f mud flap insecure

o/s/f outer sill corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2009 92,718 miles

Battery insecure

nearside rear exhaust mountin slightly split

rear bumper not fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2007 92,705 miles

as original test 330577697423

Fail 24 Oct 2007 92,702 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

POSITIVE LEAD CHAFING STEERING PIPES

REAR BUMP STOPS MISSING. N/SFRONT CALIPER LOCKTAB NOT ACTIVATED

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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E601 JVV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green 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 E601 JVV, 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 E601 JVV registered?

E601 JVV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 November 1987.

Is E601 JVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E601 JVV 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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