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D820 ACF

1987 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,621 mi
Last recorded84,621 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD820 ACF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 84,621 miles

Both front washer jets - slightly misaligned, but delivering sufficient fluid to windscreen

Central Front Lower Positive battery feed wire across rear of front subframe - insecure on fasteners (held on by one remaining clip)

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

Central Lower Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak around gearbox bellhousing area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust pipe U clamps, impact damaged at centre of system and nearside U clamp is contacting fastener at floor

Front nearside of front bumper is insecure on fasteners but unlikely to detach

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front coolant residue visible around hoses to thermostat housing, no serious leakage apparent

Nearside Front metal brake pipe to caliper -slightly corroded

Nearside Front mud flap missing - fastener remnants protruding at rear of lower wheel arch

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front bonnet support stand - plastic bush insert at pivot - missing

Offside Front metal brake pipe to caliper -slightly corroded

Offside Front seat tilt and runner slide mechanisms - slight wear/movement

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear metal brake pipe across axle - slight corrosion at retaining clip areas

Vacuum advance hose for distributer unit - disconnected/not attached at diaphragm pipe

Fail 9 Sep 2025 84,621 miles

Offside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit battery securing plate not attached (4.13 (a) (ii))

Both front washer jets - slightly misaligned, but delivering sufficient fluid to windscreen

Central Front Lower Positive battery feed wire across rear of front subframe - insecure on fasteners (held on by one remaining clip)

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

Central Lower Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak around gearbox bellhousing area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust pipe U clamps, impact damaged at centre of system and nearside U clamp is contacting fastener at floor

Front nearside of front bumper is insecure on fasteners but unlikely to detach

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front coolant residue visible around hoses to thermostat housing, no serious leakage apparent

Nearside Front metal brake pipe to caliper -slightly corroded

Nearside Front mud flap missing - fastener remnants protruding at rear of lower wheel arch

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front bonnet support stand - plastic bush insert at pivot - missing

Offside Front metal brake pipe to caliper -slightly corroded

Offside Front seat tilt and runner slide mechanisms - slight wear/movement

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear metal brake pipe across axle - slight corrosion at retaining clip areas

Vacuum advance hose for distributer unit - disconnected/not attached at diaphragm pipe

Pass 17 May 2023 84,527 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2022 84,414 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 84,407 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 84,292 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 84,101 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 83,578 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 83,315 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play and slightly noisy (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 7 Jul 2016 83,313 miles

Front front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 83,073 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 83,073 miles

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 82,506 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 81,971 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 81,873 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 81,586 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 81,363 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 81,196 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 81,196 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 May 2008 76,280 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 76,057 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 75,767 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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D820 ACF is a 1987 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 D820 ACF, 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.

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What year was D820 ACF registered?

D820 ACF is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 May 1987.

Is D820 ACF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D820 ACF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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