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SMW 846S

1978 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,862 mi
Last recorded33,862 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMW 846S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 33,862 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 33,850 miles

Braking system leaking servo (1.1.3 (d))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2014 33,759 miles

both front tyres side walls cracking

Pass 21 Oct 2013 33,565 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 33,427 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 33,265 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 33,159 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 32,934 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 32,746 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 32,667 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 32,636 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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SMW 846S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 SMW 846S, 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 48 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 SMW 846S?

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What year was SMW 846S registered?

SMW 846S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is SMW 846S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMW 846S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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