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D21 GYW

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,860 mi
Last recorded66,860 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 GYW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 66,860 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 66,860 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 65,749 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 65,025 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Feb 2022 63,196 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 61,614 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 61,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f wing rusty and o/s/r inner wing

Fail 18 Sep 2006 61,592 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f lower wing rusty

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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D21 GYW is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D21 GYW, 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

How do I check the history of D21 GYW?

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What year was D21 GYW registered?

D21 GYW is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 February 1987.

Is D21 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 GYW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D21 GYW have outstanding finance?

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