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D448 DPV

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,691 mi
Last recorded32,691 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD448 DPV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 32,691 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 32,599 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 32,505 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 31,977 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 31,977 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 31,880 miles

both front tyres peished

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 17 Apr 2014 31,877 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

can't check either rear wheel bearings for play due to brake bind

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Feb 2013 30,840 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 30,826 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,788 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 30,742 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 30,723 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 30,668 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 30,504 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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D448 DPV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D448 DPV, 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 D448 DPV?

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What year was D448 DPV registered?

D448 DPV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 June 1987.

Is D448 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D448 DPV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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