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D49 VPU

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,025 mi
Last recorded12,025 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD49 VPU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 12,025 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 12,025 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 11,921 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 11,910 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 11,268 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 11,268 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (anchor) (2.4.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes corroded,footbrake travel,fronts imbalanced

front discs corroded/pitted,appears to have been parked up long term

front hub/rack play

front seats movement

fuel pump mount corroded

n/s outer wing,front inner wings,rear inner arches,rear chassis/inner sills-corroded

o/s wing repeater dim

power steering fault,heavier on right lock than left

spare different size,n/s/f wear/nails in tread

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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D49 VPU is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 D49 VPU, 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 D49 VPU?

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What year was D49 VPU registered?

D49 VPU is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is D49 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D49 VPU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D49 VPU have outstanding finance?

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