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D809 MOG

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

85,310 mi
Last recorded85,310 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD809 MOG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 85,310 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front control arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 84,403 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front track control bar bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top mount inner slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 83,374 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms both bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 83,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms both bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 82,340 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front roll bar bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 81,327 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive small leak to rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 80,812 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Sep 2019 79,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 79,901 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 78,770 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 77,442 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 76,225 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Aug 2015 75,018 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 73,803 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 72,708 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 71,339 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 70,295 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 68,915 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 67,490 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 65,849 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 65,847 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 63,636 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 61,449 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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D809 MOG is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 D809 MOG, 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 D809 MOG registered?

D809 MOG is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 August 1986.

Is D809 MOG safe to buy?

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