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D216 XVL

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,435 mi
Last recorded1,435 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD216 XVL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 1,435 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 1,435 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 May 2022 1,355 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2021 1,165 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 705 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 610 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 264 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017
Pass 25 May 2016 99,501 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 99,081 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 98,788 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 98,769 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Corrosion to front valance

Pass 3 Jun 2013 98,052 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 98,052 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 97,306 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,626 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 96,536 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 96,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 95,930 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 95,263 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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D216 XVL is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D216 XVL, 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 D216 XVL registered?

D216 XVL is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 June 1987.

Is D216 XVL safe to buy?

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