MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,939 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Ford Capri?
Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D578 SWB is a 1987 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 D578 SWB, 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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How do I check the history of D578 SWB?
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What year was D578 SWB registered?
D578 SWB is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 April 1987.
Is D578 SWB safe to buy?
The MOT history for D578 SWB shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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