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D501 LVF

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

45,579 mi
Last recorded45,579 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD501 LVF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 45,579 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 45,569 miles

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

chip on windsreen

vehicle covered with underseal underneath

Fail 20 Jul 2018 45,540 miles

Boot lid insecure not closing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength floor , inner sill , suspension mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength floor , inner sill , suspension mounting . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 44,290 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Jul 2017 44,290 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2016 36,384 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

slight fluctuations in front brake test readings.

some play in offside front wheel bearing.

some wear in steering rack.

Fail 24 Jun 2016 34,742 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened hand brake (3.5.1b)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer of (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested due to condition of exhaust (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot and excessively worn (3.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

minor fluctuations in front brake test readings.

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

some wear in nearside steering rack end joint.

wear in offside front wheel bearing.

Pass 4 Jul 2015 32,475 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 31,397 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 129,976 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 28,249 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 127,634 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 26,152 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 26,052 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 20,663 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 14,977 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 11,629 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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D501 LVF is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 D501 LVF, 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.

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What year was D501 LVF registered?

D501 LVF is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1987.

Is D501 LVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D501 LVF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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