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D863 PDV

1987 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,734 mi
Last recorded1,734 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD863 PDV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 1,734 miles

corrosion

Pass 30 Aug 2013 1,764 miles

corrosion

Fail 23 Aug 2013 1,734 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

corrosion

offside dip beam dim

Pass 24 Aug 2012 1,734 miles

corrosion

nearside front tyre edge

Pass 26 Aug 2011 97,768 miles

surface corrosion in places

Pass 27 Aug 2010 94,382 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 92,019 miles

nearside front strut damp

slight electrical fault offside front indicator

slight noise nearside front wheelbearing

slight play both front wheelbearings

slight play offside inner steering rack joint

Pass 19 Sep 2008 87,058 miles

brake warning light

different size tyres fitted front/rear axles

front bumper loose

nearside door mirror missing

rear bumper missing

rear numberplate

rust

unable to fully inspect brake linings

Fail 19 Sep 2008 87,058 miles

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

brake warning light

different size tyres fitted front/rear axles

front bumper loose

nearside door mirror missing

rear bumper missing

rear numberplate

rust

unable to fully inspect brake linings

Pass 28 Aug 2007 81,834 miles

as before

Fail 24 Aug 2007 81,815 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to fully assess extensive repairs to underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Sep 2005 77,053 miles

nail in o/s front tyre

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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D863 PDV is a 1987 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D863 PDV, 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 D863 PDV registered?

D863 PDV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 January 1987.

Is D863 PDV safe to buy?

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