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D98 STJ

1987 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,078 mi
Last recorded66,078 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD98 STJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 66,078 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 65,991 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 65,752 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 65,306 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 64,308 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 64,078 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 64,069 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2019 63,326 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 63,237 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 62,872 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 61,983 miles

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

Nearside Rear SLIGHT OIL LEAK AXLE

Fail 26 Sep 2016 61,983 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear SLIGHT OIL LEAK AXLE

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 60,244 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 57,749 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 55,782 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 53,237 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 51,854 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 49,613 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 48,242 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 46,242 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 46,235 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 44,208 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 40,762 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 35,541 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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D98 STJ is a 1987 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D98 STJ, 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 D98 STJ registered?

D98 STJ is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 January 1987.

Is D98 STJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D98 STJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D98 STJ have outstanding finance?

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