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Ford Capri

Black · Petrol · 1986 · 2,792 cc

D243 URPMOT history

D243 URP is a black petrol Ford Capri first used on 1 Aug 1986. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 58,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
58,551 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D243 URP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Capri
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
1 Aug 1986
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

D243 URP was last recorded at 58,551 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,018 miles · 11 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
533 miles
Average per year
251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 58,551 miles
  • 2023 – 58,018 miles
  • 2022 – 57,610 miles
  • 2019 – 57,364 miles
  • 2018 – 56,539 miles
  • 2015 – 56,532 miles
  • 2013 – 56,206 miles
  • 2012 – 55,373 miles
  • 2006 – 54,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,551 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across bulk head. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside front floor corroded but not within a prescribed area.
  • AdvisoryNearside front sill corroded.
  • AdvisoryOffside front sill corroded.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak from power steering rack.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across bulk head

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Centre exhaust mount rubber missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,551 miles (+533)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    58,551 miles
    Test number
    101824841324
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across bulk head. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor corroded but not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from power steering rack.

  2. Pass58,018 miles (+408)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    457429705674
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across bulk head. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight oil leak.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from power steering rack.

  3. Pass57,610 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    738003237553
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across bulk head (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Centre exhaust mount rubber missing

  4. Fail57,604 miles (+240)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,604 miles
    Test number
    881529786907
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across bulk head (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Centre exhaust mount rubber missing

  5. Pass57,364 miles (+43)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,364 miles
    Test number
    433337497993
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Across bulkhead. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component From steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail57,321 miles (+782)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,321 miles
    Test number
    111129581654
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported master cyl. to pressure valve (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s indicator operates when headlamps flash

  7. Pass56,539 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,539 miles
    Test number
    491522831151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,532 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,532 miles
    Test number
    308859935068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,206 miles (+833)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,206 miles
    Test number
    246676603268
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  10. Pass55,373 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    848206312248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,060 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    54,060 miles
    Test number
    441553196282
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteDrivers seat belt slightly frayed
    • NoteOff side front tyre side wall in poor condition
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteSlight roughness in both front wheel bearings

  12. Fail54,060 miles2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,060 miles
    Test number
    460643896264
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteDrivers seat belt slightly frayed
    • NoteOff side front tyre side wall in poor condition
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteSlight roughness in both front wheel bearings

Questions about D243 URP

Does D243 URP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D243 URP expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D243 URP?
The MOT on D243 URP expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D243 URP done?
D243 URP was recorded at 58,551 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 251 miles a year.
Has D243 URP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D243 URP has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on D243 URP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on D243 URP find?
D243 URP passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported across bulk head.; coolant leak, and 6 more.

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