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E812 UFY

1987 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,653 mi
Last recorded28,653 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE812 UFY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 28,653 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 28,651 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively binding both rear wheels (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2022 28,556 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,413 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 28,289 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 28,100 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 27,948 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 27,940 miles

centre caps

power steering pipes starting to corrode

rear wiper split

slight oil leak

Pass 25 May 2010 27,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 27,733 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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E812 UFY is a 1987 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E812 UFY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E812 UFY registered?

E812 UFY is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E812 UFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E812 UFY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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