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SEW 353S

1977 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,984 mi
Last recorded70,984 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEW 353S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 70,984 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 70,162 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 69,385 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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SEW 353S is a 1977 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 48,504 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 SEW 353S, 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 49 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEW 353S?

You can check the full history of SEW 353S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SEW 353S registered?

SEW 353S is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 August 1977.

Is SEW 353S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEW 353S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SEW 353S have outstanding finance?

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