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RVC 734

1979 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,590 mi
Last recorded65,590 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Ford Popular43,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVC 734
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2017 65,590 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 63,622 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 61,769 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 59,989 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 57,832 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 56,331 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 54,856 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 54,827 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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RVC 734 is a 1979 Ford Popular in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 43,421 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 RVC 734, 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 RVC 734?

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What year was RVC 734 registered?

RVC 734 is a 1979 Ford Popular, first registered on 20 July 1979.

Is RVC 734 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVC 734 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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