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MCE 167

1980 Ford Popular

Green Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,216 mi
Last recorded53,216 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2006
Typical for 1980 Ford Popular52,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCE 167
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2006 53,216 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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MCE 167 is a 1980 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 1980 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 52,861 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 MCE 167, 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 46 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 MCE 167?

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What year was MCE 167 registered?

MCE 167 is a 1980 Ford Popular, first registered on 15 July 1980.

Is MCE 167 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCE 167 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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