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D27 AEW

1987 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

81,915 mi
Last recorded81,915 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD27 AEW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 81,915 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 20 Aug 2012 81,905 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 81,905 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 81,863 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 81,863 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 81,784 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 81,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 81,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 81,522 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 81,163 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 80,450 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 80,450 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2005 80,425 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 80,411 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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D27 AEW is a 1987 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D27 AEW, 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 D27 AEW registered?

D27 AEW is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 February 1987.

Is D27 AEW safe to buy?

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