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D452 XAP

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,294 mi
Last recorded75,294 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD452 XAP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 75,294 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 73,348 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 71,967 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 70,563 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 69,444 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 68,120 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 67,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 65,298 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 64,781 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 60,047 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 63,783 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 77,473 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 76,819 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 75,891 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear bump stop poor condition

pas rack leaking

Pass 2 Jun 2011 75,282 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 75,282 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 May 2010 75,125 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 74,597 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 74,597 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2008 74,209 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 74,209 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 73,900 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 73,900 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 73,164 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 73,164 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2006 73,164 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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D452 XAP is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 D452 XAP, 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 D452 XAP?

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What year was D452 XAP registered?

D452 XAP is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 March 1987.

Is D452 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D452 XAP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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