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E616 PEL

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,195 mi
Last recorded92,195 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE616 PEL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2011 92,195 miles

Battery insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion to most of external body panels

nearside door mirror missing

Pass 20 Apr 2010 79,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Slight movement in steering rack on both sides but not to excess.

Fail 15 Apr 2010 79,456 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Long travel when foot brake is applied.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Slight movement in steering rack on both sides but not to excess.

Pass 23 Apr 2009 70,344 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

brake fluid level low

propshaft centre bearing worn

Pass 2 Apr 2008 58,820 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 52,219 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 52,211 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Battery insecure

unable to see front brake pads--wheel and caliper design

Pass 26 Apr 2006 41,113 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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E616 PEL is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E616 PEL, 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 E616 PEL registered?

E616 PEL is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 March 1988.

Is E616 PEL safe to buy?

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