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D131 EEL

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

63,141 mi
Last recorded63,141 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD131 EEL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 63,141 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 62,875 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 62,464 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 62,172 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 59,966 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 59,015 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 57,713 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 55,767 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 54,176 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 52,806 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2016 51,376 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 50,605 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 Mar 2015 50,604 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2014 49,246 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2014 49,246 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,686 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2012 47,686 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 46,850 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 45,850 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 44,843 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 43,627 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 42,233 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 40,619 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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D131 EEL is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 D131 EEL, 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 40 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 D131 EEL registered?

D131 EEL is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D131 EEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D131 EEL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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