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E725 UCY

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

90,573 mi
Last recorded90,573 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE725 UCY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 90,573 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 88,472 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 86,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 85,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 84,538 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 82,675 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 81,653 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 79,995 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 78,394 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 76,382 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 75,465 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2014 72,445 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 70,303 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 67,864 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 65,169 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 62,429 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 60,118 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 60,118 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Battery insecure

Pass 11 Aug 2008 57,342 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 57,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 53,663 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 53,609 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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E725 UCY is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 E725 UCY, 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 E725 UCY?

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What year was E725 UCY registered?

E725 UCY is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E725 UCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E725 UCY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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