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TKU 948

1980 Ford Popular

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,502 mi
Last recorded79,502 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
Typical for 1980 Ford Popular52,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKU 948
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2006 79,502 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 79,502 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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TKU 948 is a 1980 Ford Popular in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 52,861 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 TKU 948, 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 46 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 TKU 948?

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What year was TKU 948 registered?

TKU 948 is a 1980 Ford Popular, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is TKU 948 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKU 948 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TKU 948 have outstanding finance?

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