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FGV 148L

1986 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

6,097 mi
Last recorded6,097 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGV 148L
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 6,097 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2025 2,656 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 2,656 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 97,338 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 97,326 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 94,382 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 88,000 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 81,820 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Apr 2018 77,137 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 73,751 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 70,823 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 64,360 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 64,345 miles

Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 61,090 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column coupling deteriorating

Pass 29 May 2013 57,313 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 53,161 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 49,759 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 47,150 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 40,476 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 38,765 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,378 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 33,613 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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FGV 148L is a 1986 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FGV 148L, 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 FGV 148L registered?

FGV 148L is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is FGV 148L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGV 148L shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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