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D422 DLE

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,009 mi
Last recorded39,009 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD422 DLE
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 39,009 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 38,956 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 38,691 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 38,691 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 38,334 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 37,923 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 37,908 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 37,764 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 37,680 miles

BOTH REAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

TYRE WALLS SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED ON ALL 4 TYRES

fuel filter excessivly corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2012 37,679 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

BOTH REAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

TYRE WALLS SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED ON ALL 4 TYRES

Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,613 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2010 37,575 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s rear bump stop missing, o/s/r adrift

Fail 21 Jul 2010 37,575 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

n/s rear bump stop missing, o/s/r adrift

Pass 3 Feb 2009 37,554 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2009 37,554 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2008 37,554 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 37,489 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 35,375 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 37,375 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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D422 DLE is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 D422 DLE, 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 D422 DLE registered?

D422 DLE is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 May 1987.

Is D422 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D422 DLE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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