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D761 GVF

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,347 mi
Last recorded77,347 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD761 GVF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 77,347 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 77,231 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 77,113 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 76,961 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 76,578 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 75,766 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 75,766 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2009 75,739 miles

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

general corrosion to underside and all metal brake pipes

Fail 16 Apr 2009 75,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

general corrosion to underside and all metal brake pipes

Pass 28 Mar 2008 75,103 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 75,103 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 74,777 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 74,764 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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D761 GVF is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1986 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,647 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 D761 GVF, 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 40 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 D761 GVF registered?

D761 GVF is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D761 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D761 GVF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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