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D162 YFS

1986 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,726 mi
Last recorded86,726 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 1986 Ford Capri50,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD162 YFS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 86,726 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 86,721 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 85,974 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 85,731 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 85,265 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 85,248 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 85,239 miles

Brake pedal actuating cable wires broken and cable significantly weakened (3.3.A.1f)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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D162 YFS is a 1986 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D162 YFS, 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.

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What year was D162 YFS registered?

D162 YFS is a 1986 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 August 1986.

Is D162 YFS safe to buy?

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