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D285 NWG

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

27,257 mi
Last recorded27,257 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD285 NWG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 27,257 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front valance corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 27,257 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front valence heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2023 27,257 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid hits the wiper (3.5 (a))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OSR SCILL HOLED WITHIN 30 CM OF SUSPENSION MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

BOTH REAR U BOLTS CORRODED

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear BOTH rear leaf springs corroded

Rear BOTH rear shock absorbers coroded

Pass 1 Feb 2022 27,257 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear rear leaf spring and "u" bolts corroded but not to excess

Pass 4 Feb 2021 27,256 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front valence heavily corroded and detached from the front wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 27,256 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower valence corroded and detached from front wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear leaf spring and mounting bolts heavily corroded

Offside Rear leaf spring and mounting bolts heavily corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2019 27,256 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 27,256 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 27,256 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 27,255 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion front valance seperating from body (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 27,254 miles

rear leaf springs slightly corroded.

Fail 12 Feb 2015 27,254 miles

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

rear leaf springs slightly corroded.

Pass 7 Feb 2014 27,254 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 27,254 miles

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

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 27,254 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

oil leak on engine

Pass 9 Feb 2012 27,254 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 27,254 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 27,254 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 27,254 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 27,254 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 27,254 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 8 Feb 2008 27,254 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 27,254 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 27,254 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 27,254 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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D285 NWG is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 D285 NWG, 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 D285 NWG registered?

D285 NWG is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 February 1987.

Is D285 NWG safe to buy?

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