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D516 FRW

1987 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

87,083 mi
Last recorded87,083 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD516 FRW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 87,083 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 85,777 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear diff noisy

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 83,954 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

nearside front bumper damaged

Fail 8 Apr 2024 83,954 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

nearside front bumper damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2023 79,726 miles

Accident damage to the NS front wing

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Apr 2023 79,593 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre and rear clamp area (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure Centre and rear exhaust clamps (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Accident damage to the NS front wing

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2022 77,704 miles

Coolant leak heater hose

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 77,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer Joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both Fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 77,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Jul 2020 77,061 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jul 2019 75,807 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 75,801 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 75,020 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 74,718 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 73,891 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 72,898 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 72,362 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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D516 FRW is a 1987 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc 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 D516 FRW, 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

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What year was D516 FRW registered?

D516 FRW is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 May 1987.

Is D516 FRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D516 FRW 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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