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D873 KWY

1987 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,671 mi
Last recorded97,671 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD873 KWY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 97,671 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 95,335 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 95,329 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.2.C.1g)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) locking device missing both (3.1.4b)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 94,076 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 82,730 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 82,271 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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D873 KWY is a 1987 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D873 KWY, 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 D873 KWY registered?

D873 KWY is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 February 1987.

Is D873 KWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D873 KWY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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