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D280 FDH

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,573 mi
Last recorded89,573 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD280 FDH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 89,573 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 89,407 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 89,407 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 88,305 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 88,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 85,616 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 85,328 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 85,326 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Near side front wheel bearing slight noisy

Pass 28 Jul 2016 85,214 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 85,214 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 83,958 miles

Engine oil leaking!

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 83,958 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Engine oil leaking!

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 80,473 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 80,473 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 76,943 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 76,796 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 75,731 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 75,731 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 72,420 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 70,554 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 70,550 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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D280 FDH is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D280 FDH, 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 D280 FDH registered?

D280 FDH is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 September 1986.

Is D280 FDH safe to buy?

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