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D520 WRN

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44 mi
Last recorded44 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD520 WRN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 44 miles

headlamp aim tested to British american specs

roll cage fitted

Fail 20 Nov 2024 1 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

this vehicle has been modified

Pass 3 Feb 2011 97,577 miles

anti roll bar bushes deteriated

front discs corroded

front wings corroded

rear brake uneven

underside of vehicle show signs of rust

Fail 31 Jan 2011 97,554 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

anti roll bar bushes deteriated

front discs corroded

front wings corroded

rear brake uneven

underside of vehicle show signs of rust

Pass 18 Jun 2009 97,515 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 97,515 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front sill is holled

underside showing corrotion

Pass 4 Apr 2008 95,144 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 94,821 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 94,372 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

oil leak in rear axle.

rivers door inner panel holed.

Fail 13 Mar 2007 94,363 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

front valance rusty and holded and corroded

offside front inner top door holded

rear axle leaking

Fail 20 Nov 2006 94,354 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

both front sides top floor arches to wings very rusty and will more than likely be holded within the 12 to 18 months

front nearside valance to wing holded

offside front inner door holded

offside valance to wing rusty

spare wheel flat

Pass 7 Oct 2005 91,725 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 91,725 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 91,725 miles

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

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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D520 WRN is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D520 WRN, 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 D520 WRN registered?

D520 WRN is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 February 1987.

Is D520 WRN safe to buy?

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