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WKR 888J

1997 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,611 mi
Last recorded72,611 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKR 888J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 72,611 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 72,280 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 70,009 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 70,008 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 70,004 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 69,952 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 69,948 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Joint on down pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Slight leak on exhaust manifold

Transmission fluid leak

Pass 24 Jan 2015 69,847 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 69,810 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 69,668 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 69,624 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 69,455 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 69,122 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 69,054 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jan 2009 69,054 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2008 68,603 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 67,866 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 67,720 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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WKR 888J is a 1997 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WKR 888J, 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 29 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WKR 888J registered?

WKR 888J is a 1997 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is WKR 888J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKR 888J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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