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D143 EAD

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,003 mi
Last recorded9,003 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD143 EAD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 9,003 miles

Some play rear anti roll bar bushes,corrosion started offside rear spring hanger area,corrosion started both rear axle brake pipes,signs of nearside rear tyre has been fouling exhaust,suspect rear axle beraings noisy.

Fail 5 Mar 2015 9,002 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Some play rear anti roll bar D bushes.Corrosion started offside rear spring hanger area,corrosion started rear axle brake pipes,both rear bump stop rubbers missing,exhaust slightly fouling nearside rear tyre sidewall.

Pass 5 Sep 2005 4,547 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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D143 EAD is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D143 EAD, 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.

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What year was D143 EAD registered?

D143 EAD is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 February 1987.

Is D143 EAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D143 EAD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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