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709 DAU

1979 Ford Popular

Green Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,730 mi
Last recorded43,730 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1979 Ford Popular43,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration709 DAU
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 43,730 miles

nearside headlamp slightly dull compared to offside

Pass 29 May 2012 43,671 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Centre Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 43,523 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 43,421 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 43,417 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2009 43,172 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,838 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 42,683 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 42,312 miles

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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709 DAU is a 1979 Ford Popular in Green with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 43,421 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 709 DAU, 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 47 years old, this Ford Popular is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 709 DAU?

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What year was 709 DAU registered?

709 DAU is a 1979 Ford Popular, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is 709 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 709 DAU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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