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D89 JRJ

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests31 (20 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate64.5%

Mileage

97,702 mi
Last recorded97,702 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD89 JRJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 11 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 97,702 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 97,657 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 96,922 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 96,250 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 96,017 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 96,010 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 95,303 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 95,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 95,016 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 94,621 miles

both front wings corroded joining sill area

Fail 13 Aug 2019 94,621 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both front wings corroded joining sill area

Pass 2 Aug 2018 94,006 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 94,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 93,552 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 92,918 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 92,386 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 91,932 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 91,352 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 91,352 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2012 90,650 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 89,938 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 89,938 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

differential leaking oil

Pass 15 Apr 2010 88,324 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 86,456 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 86,437 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 84,397 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 84,397 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 82,756 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 82,756 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 80,788 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 80,788 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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D89 JRJ is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.5%.

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 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 D89 JRJ, 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.

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What year was D89 JRJ registered?

D89 JRJ is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D89 JRJ safe to buy?

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