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E687 UTX

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

97,874 mi
Last recorded97,874 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE687 UTX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 97,874 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 97,431 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 97,431 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working came on when tapped (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam came on when tapped (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 96,349 miles

slight curb damage to the n/s rear wheel and tyre

slight free play in both track rod ends

wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Oct 2018 95,856 miles

rear exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated

slight blow from front exhausts

slight play in the o/s steering rack end

Pass 15 Sep 2017 95,352 miles

all lights taped/masked over

Pass 16 Sep 2016 94,348 miles

fog light came on when tapped

front brake pads close to limit

o/s bottom ball joint dust cover deteriated

reg plate lights came on when tapped

Pass 24 Sep 2015 93,896 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 93,435 miles

both front flexi brake hoses slightly deteriated

front brake pads 70% worn

slight blow from the o/s front exhaust clamp

slight weep from rear diff

Pass 20 Sep 2013 92,745 miles

slight blow on exhaust

slight weep from the rear diff, and engine

Pass 20 Sep 2012 91,009 miles

exhaust clamp on exhaust mid section slightly insecure, just ok at time of test

o/s bottom ball joint dust cover slightly deteriated

o/s number plate came on when tapped

rear tyres close to legal limit, o/s rear wheel has slight curb damage

small amount of play in o/s rear wheel/suspension

Fail 20 Sep 2012 91,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust clamp on exhaust mid section slightly insecure, just ok at time of test

o/s bottom ball joint dust cover slightly deteriated

o/s number plate came on when tapped

rear tyres close to legal limit, o/s rear wheel has slight curb damage

small amount of play in o/s rear wheel/suspension

Pass 10 Oct 2011 89,135 miles

damage to o/s rear wheel

n/s rear tyre worn on the outer edge

o/s rear tyre worn

Pass 17 Aug 2010 88,106 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 86,014 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 84,461 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2008 84,461 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 81,186 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 80,100 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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E687 UTX is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 E687 UTX, 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 E687 UTX registered?

E687 UTX is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 September 1987.

Is E687 UTX safe to buy?

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