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D585 LVR

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2022
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

57,934 mi
Last recorded57,934 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD585 LVR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 57,934 miles

Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 57,934 miles

Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2020 57,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis at front end of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2020 57,934 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing top next to bonnet at front (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened both rear springs (multi leaf springs) (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front landing panel corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened inner wing at chassis leg near suspension arm and axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 56,960 miles

advise some surface corrosion at both front inner wings

advise surface corrosion at underside of floor

advise welding at both rear spring front hangers covered with thick coating of underseal

advise welding at offside front chassis leg covered with a thick coating of underseal

Fail 18 Feb 2019 56,930 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg at rear spring front mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg at front at floor/bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg at rear spring front mount point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))

advise some surface corrosion at both front inner wings

Pass 9 Feb 2018 55,249 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 55,234 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 52,819 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 52,819 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,609 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 48,608 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 48,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 45,771 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 44,213 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 97,969 miles

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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D585 LVR is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 D585 LVR, 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 D585 LVR registered?

D585 LVR is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 October 1986.

Is D585 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D585 LVR shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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