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E848 VFY

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,426 mi
Last recorded12,426 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE848 VFY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 12,426 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 12,426 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 12,262 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 12,261 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 12,245 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 12,244 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both fronts (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2016 12,220 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 12,043 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 11,783 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 11,763 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 11,630 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 11,326 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 11,315 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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E848 VFY is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 E848 VFY, 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

How do I check the history of E848 VFY?

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What year was E848 VFY registered?

E848 VFY is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 December 1987.

Is E848 VFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E848 VFY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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