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D823 BPA

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

93,966 mi
Last recorded93,966 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD823 BPA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 93,966 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 93,906 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 93,852 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 93,533 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 92,583 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle stabilizer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle stabilizer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2022 92,583 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle stabilizer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle stabilizer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2019 92,470 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 92,470 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working 380 bulbs (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 92,400 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 92,302 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 92,032 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 91,635 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 91,331 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 91,331 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 May 2013 90,714 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 90,714 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 89,287 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 87,492 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 83,319 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 80,015 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear suspension bump stop missing

Fail 7 Apr 2009 80,015 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

long foot brake travel but still has reserve

offside rear suspension bump stop missing

Pass 5 Sep 2006 77,133 miles

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

corrosion to o/s/f wing

wipers poor

Pass 4 Mar 2006 71,404 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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D823 BPA is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 D823 BPA, 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 D823 BPA registered?

D823 BPA is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 June 1987.

Is D823 BPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D823 BPA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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