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HHM 886

1954 Ford Popular

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,468 mi
Last recorded34,468 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHM 886
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2011 34,468 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 34,202 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 33,924 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 33,918 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2008 33,728 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 33,540 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 33,299 miles

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

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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HHM 886 is a 1954 Ford Popular in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HHM 886, 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 HHM 886?

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What year was HHM 886 registered?

HHM 886 is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 25 May 1954.

Is HHM 886 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHM 886 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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