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D171 RGP

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,625 mi
Last recorded88,625 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD171 RGP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 88,625 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 88,625 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure Inner rear bolt loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position light intensity brighter than expected

Pass 12 Nov 2024 88,326 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 88,320 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 88,313 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 88,251 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 88,144 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 87,962 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 87,962 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 87,750 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 87,749 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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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D171 RGP is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 D171 RGP, 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 D171 RGP registered?

D171 RGP is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 February 1987.

Is D171 RGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D171 RGP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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