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D969 CLX

1987 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,170 mi
Last recorded16,170 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD969 CLX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 16,170 miles

Lower slight surface corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2016 15,568 miles

slight leak from n/s drive shaft seal

Pass 17 Jul 2015 14,425 miles

slight weap from n/s/r half shaft seal

Pass 18 Jul 2014 13,680 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 125,002 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 11,904 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 5,631 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2008 5,360 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 97,567 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 97,561 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

corrossion starting around offside front inner wing near suspension fixing point

engine smokes on initial start up

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 21 Mar 2006 84,755 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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D969 CLX is a 1987 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 D969 CLX, 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.

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What year was D969 CLX registered?

D969 CLX is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 March 1987.

Is D969 CLX safe to buy?

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