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E661 MPV

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,663 mi
Last recorded99,663 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE661 MPV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 99,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 99,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 99,497 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 99,298 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 98,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlamp aim only just visible

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 98,613 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Fail 28 Dec 2017 98,613 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joints (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 98,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Fail 20 Dec 2016 98,418 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 98,141 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 98,136 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 Jan 2015 98,010 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 98,010 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 97,556 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 96,782 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 96,782 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

idle speed require attention

parking brake requires attention

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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E661 MPV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 E661 MPV, 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.

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What year was E661 MPV registered?

E661 MPV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E661 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E661 MPV 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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