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D786 WTL

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

7,619 mi
Last recorded7,619 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2010
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD786 WTL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2010 7,619 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 3,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

nearside rear arch corroded

play in nearside rack arm - advise this is replaced

slight play in steering when steering wheel is rocked

Fail 26 Feb 2009 3,178 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

nearside rear arch corroded

play in nearside rack arm - advise this is replaced

slight play in steering when steering wheel is rocked

Pass 27 Feb 2008 98,305 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corroision to offside front floor pan

Fail 26 Feb 2008 98,303 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 91,118 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 15 Feb 2007 91,118 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate cracked

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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D786 WTL is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D786 WTL, 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 D786 WTL registered?

D786 WTL is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 March 1987.

Is D786 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D786 WTL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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