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D365 RJW

1987 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

96,939 mi
Last recorded96,939 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD365 RJW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 96,939 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 96,859 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component leak from steering rack seal (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 96,855 miles

Brake performance not tested Not tested due to fluid leak at offside front caliper (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 96,800 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 96,795 miles

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 May 2016 96,224 miles

Body has slight corrosion sills and wheel arches starting too corrode (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion corrosion on body at wing mirror (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 May 2016 96,224 miles

Fuel system component insecure corrosion on fuel filter bracket (7.2.1)

Body has slight corrosion sills and wheel arches starting too corrode (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion corrosion on body at wing mirror (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2015 95,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 7 May 2015 95,045 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 17 May 2014 94,602 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 94,184 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 50,748 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 50,486 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,242 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 50,228 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 50,157 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 50,156 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 50,044 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 49,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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D365 RJW is a 1987 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 D365 RJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D365 RJW registered?

D365 RJW is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 July 1987.

Is D365 RJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D365 RJW shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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