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NSV 551

1984 Ford Popular

Yellow Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,779 mi
Last recorded15,779 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Popular18,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSV 551
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 15,779 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 14,187 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 13,578 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 12,840 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 12,054 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 6,561 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 50,826 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 3,501 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 1,673 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 45,736 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 44,087 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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NSV 551 is a 1984 Ford Popular in Yellow with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NSV 551, 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 NSV 551?

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What year was NSV 551 registered?

NSV 551 is a 1984 Ford Popular, first registered on 1 April 1984.

Is NSV 551 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSV 551 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSV 551 have outstanding finance?

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