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TCA 883

1981 Ford Popular

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,680 mi
Last recorded11,680 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1981 Ford Popular14,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCA 883
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2012 11,680 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 10,751 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 9,720 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 8,335 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 6,755 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 5,631 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 3,574 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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TCA 883 is a 1981 Ford Popular in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 TCA 883, 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 TCA 883?

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What year was TCA 883 registered?

TCA 883 is a 1981 Ford Popular, first registered on 10 April 1981.

Is TCA 883 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCA 883 shows 7 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 TCA 883 have outstanding finance?

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