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D708 JFX

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,058 mi
Last recorded63,058 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD708 JFX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 63,058 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 61,791 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 60,498 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2022 58,938 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 58,504 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 58,470 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 57,280 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 57,243 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Service brake pedal very slight travel.

Pass 30 Mar 2018 55,690 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 55,298 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 55,072 miles

Nearside steering rack inner joint slight free play

Pass 13 Mar 2015 54,452 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,413 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 52,615 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 51,779 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 50,539 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 49,179 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 47,741 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 46,153 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 45,025 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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D708 JFX is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D708 JFX, 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

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What year was D708 JFX registered?

D708 JFX is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 April 1987.

Is D708 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D708 JFX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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