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D499 EFX

1986 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,606 mi
Last recorded87,606 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD499 EFX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 87,606 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 87,606 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working o/s/f (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s/f (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 87,368 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r back plate damp oil

steering slightly stiff in operation

Fail 30 Jul 2014 87,365 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

n/s/r back plate damp oil

steering slightly stiff in operation

Fail 21 Jul 2014 87,343 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

corrosion and damage to sills

exhaust corroded

horn weak

some play in steering arms

Pass 11 Jun 2013 86,052 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 86,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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D499 EFX is a 1986 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 D499 EFX, 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 D499 EFX registered?

D499 EFX is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D499 EFX safe to buy?

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