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D592 HJT

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

88,319 mi
Last recorded88,319 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD592 HJT
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 88,319 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 9,800 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 9,800 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 9,800 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 7,611 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 6,151 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 5,566 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight corrosion under both front wings

underside of vehicle heavily under sealed

Fail 9 Apr 2021 5,566 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced center sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x2 places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front panel slight corrosion

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

slight corrosion under both front wings

under side of vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 15 Jun 2019 5,359 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))

slight under body corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2018 4,150 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))

slight underbody corosion

Pass 8 Jun 2017 102,647 miles

Oil leak ()

underside light corrosion

Fail 1 Jun 2017 102,642 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

underside light corrosion

Pass 15 Jun 2016 100,187 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 100,184 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front 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)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2015 94,211 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 94,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 May 2014 88,723 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 84,632 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 May 2012 79,630 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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D592 HJT is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 D592 HJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D592 HJT?

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What year was D592 HJT registered?

D592 HJT is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 March 1987.

Is D592 HJT safe to buy?

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