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D949 JMU

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,884 mi
Last recorded26,884 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD949 JMU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 26,884 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 26,879 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 26,872 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 26,867 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 26,795 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 26,710 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 26,662 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 26,475 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 26,379 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 26,284 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,246 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 25,914 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 25,411 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,112 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 24,269 miles

rear differential has slight leak

steering rack has slight leak

Fail 17 Mar 2010 23,811 miles

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

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

power steering leak

Pass 17 Mar 2010 23,811 miles

power steering leak

Pass 30 Mar 2009 23,148 miles

rear diff has a slight leak

steering rack has a slight leak

Fail 30 Mar 2009 23,148 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

rear diff has a slight leak

steering rack has a slight leak

Pass 9 Apr 2008 22,453 miles

washer pipe pushes off after couple of uses

Fail 9 Apr 2008 22,451 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/rear back plate damp with fliud

washer pipe pushes off after couple of uses

Fail 9 Feb 2007 22,297 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 22,297 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 20,338 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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D949 JMU is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D949 JMU, 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 D949 JMU registered?

D949 JMU is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 February 1987.

Is D949 JMU safe to buy?

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