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D905 VPL

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,192 mi
Last recorded31,192 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD905 VPL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 31,192 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 31,190 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

wiper blades judder

Pass 21 Aug 2024 29,331 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 27,974 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 27,125 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 27,125 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 25,332 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 25,321 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 23,862 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 23,862 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 22,558 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 19,624 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 19,379 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 18,844 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 18,602 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 18,602 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 18,586 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front tyre is wearing low on outer edge

Pass 16 Aug 2008 18,573 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre is wearing low on outside edge

Pass 4 Aug 2007 18,522 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 18,460 miles

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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D905 VPL is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D905 VPL, 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

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What year was D905 VPL registered?

D905 VPL is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D905 VPL safe to buy?

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