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D601 YAN

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,081 mi
Last recorded57,081 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD601 YAN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 57,081 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 57,033 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 56,984 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 56,886 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 56,615 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 56,528 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 56,528 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 56,442 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 56,442 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

BOTH REAR TYRES AGED/CRACKED

Fail 9 Jun 2015 56,395 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 56,395 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 56,280 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 56,280 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 56,233 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 56,175 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 56,051 miles

Advise centre exhaust mounting rubbers split

Pass 20 May 2010 55,977 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 55,970 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 55,970 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2006 55,868 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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D601 YAN is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D601 YAN, 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 D601 YAN?

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What year was D601 YAN registered?

D601 YAN is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 February 1987.

Is D601 YAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D601 YAN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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