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OOC 859

1979 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,070 mi
Last recorded9,070 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Ford Popular43,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOC 859
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 9,070 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 89,591 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 8,879 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 8,736 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 8,521 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 83,897 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 7,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2007 7,792 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2006 7,563 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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OOC 859 is a 1979 Ford Popular in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 43,421 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 OOC 859, 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 47 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 OOC 859?

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What year was OOC 859 registered?

OOC 859 is a 1979 Ford Popular, first registered on 23 May 1979.

Is OOC 859 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOC 859 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OOC 859 have outstanding finance?

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