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D643 ARP

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

24,066 mi
Last recorded24,066 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD643 ARP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 24,066 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 123,008 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 120,122 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 112,577 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 9,435 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 928 miles

o/s f tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 10 May 2016 928 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

o/s f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2015 85,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 75,889 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 74,260 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 71,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 71,187 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 69,271 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 69,259 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear wheel very close to exhaust, may require re-alignment/stiffer rubbers

Pass 26 Mar 2010 68,877 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 68,565 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 68,551 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 67,981 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 67,081 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 67,081 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 66,062 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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D643 ARP is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 D643 ARP, 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 D643 ARP registered?

D643 ARP is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 February 1987.

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