CarVerify

Free Car Check

D442 BCX

1987 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

57,008 mi
Last recorded57,008 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD442 BCX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 57,008 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 57,008 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 56,175 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 55,888 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2010 55,888 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 55,638 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 55,065 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 55,055 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 54,546 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 54,206 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
Full Ford Capri reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D442 BCX is a 1987 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 D442 BCX, 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 D442 BCX?

You can check the full history of D442 BCX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D442 BCX registered?

D442 BCX is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 February 1987.

Is D442 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D442 BCX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D442 BCX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D442 BCX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.