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D798 GRU

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,159 mi
Last recorded96,159 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD798 GRU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 96,159 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear chassis slight corrosion

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 95,123 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 93,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrision to underbody

Pass 17 Jun 2008 91,200 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 91,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 90,903 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 88,213 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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D798 GRU is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D798 GRU, 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 D798 GRU registered?

D798 GRU is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 January 1987.

Is D798 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D798 GRU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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