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D396 VRA

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,197 mi
Last recorded37,197 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2009
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD396 VRA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2009 37,197 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 36,905 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 36,903 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 32,073 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 31,495 miles

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

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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D396 VRA is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D396 VRA, 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

How do I check the history of D396 VRA?

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What year was D396 VRA registered?

D396 VRA is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 February 1987.

Is D396 VRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D396 VRA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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