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D249 BSF

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

44,174 mi
Last recorded44,174 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD249 BSF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 44,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at center + rear joints (6.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 14 Apr 2026 44,129 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 17 Apr 2025 43,855 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 9 Apr 2025 43,813 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

fuel cap seal deteriorated

reverse lamps inop

Pass 23 Apr 2024 43,616 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front seat loose

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 43,593 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front seat loose

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 43,255 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 43,255 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 42,575 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 42,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 42,089 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front slight play in inner rack end

Reverse lights inop

Fail 3 Nov 2020 42,089 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front slight play in inner rack end

Reverse lights inop

Pass 6 Jun 2012 41,538 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 39,770 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 38,280 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 37,201 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 37,038 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 36,035 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 34,351 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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D249 BSF is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 D249 BSF, 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 40 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D249 BSF registered?

D249 BSF is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D249 BSF safe to buy?

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