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D518 RCY

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,811 mi
Last recorded62,811 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD518 RCY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 62,811 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 62,566 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 61,840 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 61,825 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 61,151 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 60,208 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 59,720 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 59,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2005 59,094 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 59,094 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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D518 RCY is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 D518 RCY, 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 D518 RCY?

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What year was D518 RCY registered?

D518 RCY is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 February 1987.

Is D518 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D518 RCY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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