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D471 VFL

1986 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,785 mi
Last recorded92,785 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD471 VFL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 92,785 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 91,882 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 91,666 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 90,827 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 May 2021 90,827 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 24 May 2016 90,623 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 88,873 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 86,674 miles

n/s/f tyre perished on outer edge .

no side repeaters fitted to vehicle due to vehicle produced on sept 1985

o/s/f tyre perished on outer edge .

Pass 11 Jun 2008 84,727 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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D471 VFL is a 1986 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D471 VFL, 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.

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What year was D471 VFL registered?

D471 VFL is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D471 VFL safe to buy?

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