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D279 ROD

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,704 mi
Last recorded58,704 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD279 ROD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 58,704 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 58,661 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 58,466 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 58,260 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 58,159 miles

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 58,157 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 57,354 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 57,354 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 56,210 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 55,521 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 54,670 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 53,439 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 52,616 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 51,627 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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D279 ROD is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D279 ROD, 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 D279 ROD?

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What year was D279 ROD registered?

D279 ROD is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 April 1987.

Is D279 ROD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D279 ROD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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