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HJN 742

1954 Ford Popular

Green Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,645 mi
Last recorded81,645 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJN 742
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2012 81,645 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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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HJN 742 is a 1954 Ford Popular in Green with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 HJN 742, 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

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What year was HJN 742 registered?

HJN 742 is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 8 June 1954.

Is HJN 742 safe to buy?

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