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D173 LWT

1987 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,442 mi
Last recorded73,442 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD173 LWT
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 73,442 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 71,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 69,819 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 68,609 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 66,930 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central and rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

whole vehicle underbody covered in underseal

Pass 4 Sep 2020 65,602 miles

underside covered in underseal.

Pass 23 Aug 2019 65,045 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 64,037 miles

Nearside Mirror Glass Intact but not adjustable.

Nearside Rear Small Corrosion Hole Outside Sill Box Section

Nearside Rear Small Corrosion hole (5mm) by Spring Hanger

Offside Rear Small Corrosion Hole Outside Sill Box Section

Offside Sill Step Small Corrosion Hole (4mm) On Seam

Pass 2 Nov 2017 64,006 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 63,825 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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D173 LWT is a 1987 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D173 LWT, 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 D173 LWT registered?

D173 LWT is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 February 1987.

Is D173 LWT safe to buy?

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