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MSV 803

1984 Ford Popular

Yellow Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,618 mi
Last recorded7,618 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1984 Ford Popular18,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 803
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 7,618 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 7,618 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 7,618 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 7,618 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 7,618 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 2 May 2014 7,620 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 May 2014 7,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2012 76,184 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 77,184 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 7,618 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 7,618 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 7,618 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 768 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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MSV 803 is a 1984 Ford Popular in Yellow with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1984 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 18,422 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 MSV 803, 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 42 years old, this Ford Popular is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSV 803?

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What year was MSV 803 registered?

MSV 803 is a 1984 Ford Popular, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is MSV 803 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 803 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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