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KFF 371

1954 Ford Popular

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,375 mi
Last recorded79,375 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFF 371
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2011 79,375 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 79,375 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2010 79,375 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 79,375 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2008 79,375 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 79,375 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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KFF 371 is a 1954 Ford Popular in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KFF 371, 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 KFF 371?

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What year was KFF 371 registered?

KFF 371 is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 6 October 1954.

Is KFF 371 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFF 371 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KFF 371 have outstanding finance?

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