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E770 RUE

1988 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,875 mi
Last recorded84,875 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Ford Capri60,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE770 RUE
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2024 84,875 miles

front jacking points damaged

underbody undersealed

Fail 8 Jul 2024 84,872 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

front jacking points damaged

underbody undersealed

Pass 11 Jul 2023 84,741 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 84,741 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 88,785 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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E770 RUE is a 1988 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E770 RUE, 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 E770 RUE?

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What year was E770 RUE registered?

E770 RUE is a 1988 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 February 1988.

Is E770 RUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E770 RUE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E770 RUE have outstanding finance?

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