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D280 JAC

1986 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

64,315 mi
Last recorded64,315 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD280 JAC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 64,315 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 63,708 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 61,910 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 60,887 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 60,824 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 60,763 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 60,699 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 60,608 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 60,544 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,446 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 60,338 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 60,265 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 60,184 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 60,118 miles

Wiper blades, worn. Brake service. Oil leak.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 60,018 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 59,933 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 59,838 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 59,727 miles

front & rear number plates do not conform

offside front brake disc juddering slightly

Fail 26 Mar 2008 59,704 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 59,704 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 59,478 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 59,478 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 58,420 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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D280 JAC is a 1986 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 D280 JAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D280 JAC?

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What year was D280 JAC registered?

D280 JAC is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D280 JAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D280 JAC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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