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LHR 811

1954 Ford Popular

Blue Petrol 1117cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,807 mi
Last recorded65,807 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2010
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHR 811
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,117cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2010 65,807 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 65,793 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 65,719 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 65,719 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 65,657 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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LHR 811 is a 1954 Ford Popular in Blue with a 1,117cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LHR 811, 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 LHR 811?

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What year was LHR 811 registered?

LHR 811 is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 9 September 1954.

Is LHR 811 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHR 811 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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