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SMO 233S

1977 Ford Capri

White Petrol 4993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,099 mi
Last recorded33,099 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMO 233S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 33,099 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 27,162 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 26,089 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 24,913 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 22,812 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 20,660 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight fluctuation in near side front brake performance

Pass 2 Mar 2012 19,330 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,583 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 17,386 miles

slight oscillation in front brake performance

Pass 9 Sep 2008 15,499 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 13,121 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 10,307 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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SMO 233S is a 1977 Ford Capri in White with a 4,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SMO 233S, 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

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What year was SMO 233S registered?

SMO 233S is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 September 1977.

Is SMO 233S safe to buy?

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