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D981 FKV

1987 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

40,784 mi
Last recorded40,784 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD981 FKV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 40,784 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 39,179 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front exhaust pipe blowing slightly

Pass 5 Mar 2021 37,318 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 37,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 35,956 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases In various places (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides are also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 35,146 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 9 Mar 2018 34,085 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 33,103 miles

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

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

Offside exhaust , rubber mountings split and clamp broken

poor contact off side front wing repeater

Pass 15 Feb 2016 31,885 miles

front to rear fuel lines could be secured better, in nearside rear wheel arch

Pass 1 Mar 2015 30,880 miles

exhaust centre support rubbers starting to split

nearside front tyre is worn down close to legal limit in places

nearside headlamp aim is on lower limit

Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,784 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 27,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 10 Nov 2012 27,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 25,818 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 23,694 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre slightly perishing

offside front tyre perishing

Fail 5 Mar 2008 23,684 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

nearside front tyre slightly perishing

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 16 Mar 2007 18,775 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 18,746 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 15,529 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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D981 FKV is a 1987 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 D981 FKV, 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 D981 FKV registered?

D981 FKV is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 April 1987.

Is D981 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D981 FKV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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