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52 DHX

1954 Ford Popular

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,166 mi
Last recorded3,166 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration52 DHX
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 May 2013 3,166 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 2,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 771 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 20,109 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2009 40,110 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hand brake leaver close to maxium travel

Pass 17 May 2008 10,100 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 47,093 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 45,776 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Popular?

Based on 8,935 MOT tests across 1,708 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
288
Miles/Year
90
Year Lifespan
1,708
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 206
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 144
brake binding 143
Stop lamp not working 132
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
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52 DHX is a 1954 Ford Popular in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 33,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Popular fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 52 DHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Popular typically stays on UK roads for around 90 years. At 72 years old, this Ford Popular is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 52 DHX?

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What year was 52 DHX registered?

52 DHX is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 12 November 1954.

Is 52 DHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 52 DHX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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