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D797 WPC

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,208 mi
Last recorded23,208 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD797 WPC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 23,208 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 22,938 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 22,577 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear inner sill repaired undersealed

Pass 29 May 2017 22,307 miles

Nearside Rear wheel noise

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

small tear in wipers

Pass 1 Aug 2015 21,835 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 21,835 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 21,341 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 21,174 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 21,071 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 20,807 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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D797 WPC is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 D797 WPC, 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 D797 WPC registered?

D797 WPC is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D797 WPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D797 WPC shows 10 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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