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D574 JKR

1986 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,218 mi
Last recorded22,218 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD574 JKR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 22,218 miles

Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 22,211 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose leaking At steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 21,746 miles

Central Front Lower Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 21,745 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Nut locking device missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Nut locking device missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Service brake grabbing severely Excessive bind N/S/F and O/S/R (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative Top mount binding (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative Spring incorrectly seated and binding (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2010 17,894 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2009 12,873 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 7,483 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 1,507 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 1,507 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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D574 JKR is a 1986 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 D574 JKR, 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 40 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D574 JKR registered?

D574 JKR is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 August 1986.

Is D574 JKR safe to buy?

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