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D457 OWC

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,298 mi
Last recorded72,298 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD457 OWC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 72,298 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 72,295 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 72,151 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 72,065 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 72,065 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 71,735 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 71,634 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 71,373 miles

o/s/f t c a bush worn.

rear flexy hose ferrule corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2008 70,615 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 70,063 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 68,260 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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D457 OWC is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 D457 OWC, 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 40 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 D457 OWC registered?

D457 OWC is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 August 1986.

Is D457 OWC safe to buy?

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