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D888 VRB

1987 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,695 mi
Last recorded16,695 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD888 VRB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 16,695 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 16,576 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 16,356 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 16,356 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 15,938 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 15,514 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 14,979 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 14,499 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 13,648 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 13,372 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 12,480 miles

o/s floor weak around seat mounting

Pass 22 Jul 2009 10,836 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 9,813 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 7,706 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 6,357 miles

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

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

rear and centre prop/shaft rattles and centre rubber mounting weak

wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,357 miles

rear and centre prop/shaft rattles and centre rubber mounting weak

wipers smearing screen slightly

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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D888 VRB is a 1987 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D888 VRB, 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

How do I check the history of D888 VRB?

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What year was D888 VRB registered?

D888 VRB is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 February 1987.

Is D888 VRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D888 VRB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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