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OSL 701

1960 Ford Popular

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

279 mi
Last recorded279 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2020
Typical for 1960 Ford Popular52,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSL 701
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1960
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2020 279 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2006 75,631 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2006 75,631 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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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OSL 701 is a 1960 Ford Popular in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1960 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 52,010 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 OSL 701, 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 66 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 OSL 701?

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What year was OSL 701 registered?

OSL 701 is a 1960 Ford Popular, first registered on 29 July 1960.

Is OSL 701 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSL 701 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSL 701 have outstanding finance?

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