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D280 LOX

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,205 mi
Last recorded89,205 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD280 LOX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 89,205 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 89,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 89,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded due to lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 88,313 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 88,191 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 88,013 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 88,013 miles

Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure Both (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 86,562 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 85,713 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 85,578 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 84,421 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 83,680 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 83,353 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 83,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Fail 10 May 2007 82,644 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 10 May 2007 82,644 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 LOX is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LOX, 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

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What year was D280 LOX registered?

D280 LOX is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D280 LOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D280 LOX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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