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D788 XCK

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

7,534 mi
Last recorded7,534 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD788 XCK
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 7,534 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 7,347 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 7,055 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 6,709 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 6,570 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 6,533 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 6,394 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 6,248 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 5,790 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 5,714 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 5,691 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 5,580 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

n/s & o/s front steering inner ends have slight play

Pass 20 Jan 2014 5,210 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 5,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 4,806 miles

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

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 4,593 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 4,593 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 4,130 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 2,689 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 2,682 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2008 1,176 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 99,675 miles

all road wheel inner rims slight damage

front brake discs starting to corrode

slight dampness on fuel pipe to pump

Pass 14 Oct 2006 98,287 miles

4 hub caps fitted

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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D788 XCK is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 D788 XCK, 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 D788 XCK?

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What year was D788 XCK registered?

D788 XCK is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 February 1987.

Is D788 XCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D788 XCK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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