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HCL 177

1981 Ford Popular

Grey Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,211 mi
Last recorded10,211 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Ford Popular14,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCL 177
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 10,211 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 9,484 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 8,614 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 8,400 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 8,304 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 8,240 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 8,046 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 7,784 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 7,385 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 7,024 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 6,483 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 6,060 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 5,431 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 4,973 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 4,570 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 4,522 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 4,302 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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HCL 177 is a 1981 Ford Popular in Grey with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 14,098 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 HCL 177, 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 45 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 HCL 177?

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What year was HCL 177 registered?

HCL 177 is a 1981 Ford Popular, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is HCL 177 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCL 177 shows 17 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 HCL 177 have outstanding finance?

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