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D849 LDW

1986 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

41,348 mi
Last recorded41,348 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD849 LDW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 41,348 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 41,021 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 40,584 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 40,213 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 39,659 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 38,228 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 37,796 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 36,192 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 33,830 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,172 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 32,979 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 31,516 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 30,883 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 30,209 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 30,208 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 30,194 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 30,142 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 30,094 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 29,965 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 29,674 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 29,552 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s + o/s front inner wheel arches holes

rear chassis nr spring hangers rusting both sides

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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D849 LDW is a 1986 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 D849 LDW, 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

How do I check the history of D849 LDW?

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What year was D849 LDW registered?

D849 LDW is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1986.

Is D849 LDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D849 LDW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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