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D281 UTW

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,239 mi
Last recorded62,239 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD281 UTW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 62,239 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 60,658 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 60,475 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 59,040 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 57,013 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,018 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 55,018 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 52,256 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 Aug 2013 49,160 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 49,160 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 47,297 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 44,887 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

drivers seat back weak

o/s sill and rear arch corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2011 44,887 miles

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

drivers seat back weak

o/s sill and rear arch corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2010 43,202 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 43,202 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 40,190 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

drivers seat worn,o/s/r chassis corroding

Pass 22 Aug 2008 34,792 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 10 Sep 2007 30,714 miles

o/s/f top mount,o/s/r chassis corroding

Fail 10 Sep 2007 30,714 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/f top mount,o/s/r chassis by spring hanger corroding.

Pass 12 Sep 2006 23,663 miles

o/s top suspension plate,o/s/r chassis corroding

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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D281 UTW is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 D281 UTW, 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.

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What year was D281 UTW registered?

D281 UTW is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 February 1987.

Is D281 UTW safe to buy?

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