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D519 PTA

1987 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

5,114 mi
Last recorded5,114 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD519 PTA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 5,114 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2026 5,114 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 5,114 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 5,114 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 5,114 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Fail 17 Apr 2023 5,114 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 20 Nov 2020 5,114 miles

Nearside Front lower body has slight corrosion

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2020 5,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has wear on the outside edge

Nearside Front lower body has slight corrosion

Offside Front Tyre has wear on the outside edge

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 5,112 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 4,416 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 99,391 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 95,032 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 92,050 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 90,437 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 87,935 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 79,992 miles

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

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

corrosion to o/s/f inner sill

Fail 6 Oct 2011 79,990 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

corrosion to o/s/f inner sill

Pass 23 Sep 2010 74,840 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 72,491 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 69,501 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 69,478 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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D519 PTA is a 1987 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 D519 PTA, 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 D519 PTA registered?

D519 PTA is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 January 1987.

Is D519 PTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D519 PTA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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