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E791 FFV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

57,182 mi
Last recorded57,182 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE791 FFV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2022 57,182 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Bump stop missing

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 57,097 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 57,097 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 57,073 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 57,073 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 57,041 miles

Offside front floor section corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2017 57,002 miles

Nearside rear axle bump stop missing

Fail 6 Jun 2017 57,002 miles

Fuel pipe insecure Front to rear (7.2.1)

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

Nearside rear axle bump stop missing

Pass 29 Jun 2016 56,924 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 56,924 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 56,869 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 56,869 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 56,648 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front exhaust's slightly deteriorated

nearside front tyre slightly worn on inside edge

underbody surface rust

Fail 28 Jun 2014 56,648 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front exhaust's slightly deteriorated

nearside front tyre slightly worn on inside edge

underbody surface rust

Pass 15 Mar 2013 56,605 miles

slight corrosion starting on rear brake pipes

slight underbody surface rust to rear of vehicle

Fail 3 Jan 2013 56,604 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside sill loose due to corrosion

offside front wing insecure due to corrosion

slight corrosion in engine bay on the offside

underbody surface rust

Pass 10 Jan 2012 56,447 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside exhaust centre box inner exhaust rubber starting to crack

Fail 10 Jan 2012 56,447 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside exhaust centre box inner exhaust rubber starting to crack

Fail 20 Dec 2010 56,174 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2010 56,174 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Dec 2009 55,727 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2008 54,270 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

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

Fail 22 Dec 2008 54,270 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 53,572 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 26,400 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 26,400 miles

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

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

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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E791 FFV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 E791 FFV, 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 E791 FFV registered?

E791 FFV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 September 1987.

Is E791 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E791 FFV shows 26 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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