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D142 RBA

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,003 mi
Last recorded20,003 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD142 RBA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 20,003 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 19,834 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 19,643 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 19,497 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 19,364 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 119,064 miles

Centre bearing on prop shaft has slight play.

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 19,029 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

n/s/f slight play

vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 8 Nov 2012 19,029 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

n/s/f slight play

vehicle heavily undersealed

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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D142 RBA is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D142 RBA, 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 D142 RBA registered?

D142 RBA is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 June 1987.

Is D142 RBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D142 RBA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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