MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,536 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Popular?
Based on 8,935 MOT tests across 1,708 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RUT 748 is a 1981 Ford Popular in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1981 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 14,098 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 RUT 748, 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 45 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 RUT 748?
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What year was RUT 748 registered?
RUT 748 is a 1981 Ford Popular, first registered on 24 December 1981.
Is RUT 748 safe to buy?
The MOT history for RUT 748 shows 10 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 RUT 748 have outstanding finance?
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