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D586 GPR

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,711 mi
Last recorded11,711 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD586 GPR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 11,711 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately axle pipe (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2015 11,711 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately axle pipe (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 9,625 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 2,042 miles

Corrosion in offside outer body sill.

Nearside door mirror not providing view to rear.

Slight exhaust blow from both downpipe joints.

Fail 24 Feb 2011 2,041 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Both front top strut mountings slightly loose.

Corrosion in offside outer body sill.

Nearside door mirror not providing view to rear.

Offside rear exhaust mounting fouling leaf spring.

Slight exhaust blow from both downpipe joints.

Pass 8 Sep 2009 95,588 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 87,176 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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D586 GPR is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 D586 GPR, 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 D586 GPR registered?

D586 GPR is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 March 1987.

Is D586 GPR safe to buy?

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