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TYC 166

1985 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

584 mi
Last recorded584 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1985 Ford Popular8,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYC 166
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2010 584 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 20 miles

steering rack has some play.

Pass 4 Aug 2006 8 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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TYC 166 is a 1985 Ford Popular in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 8,053 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 TYC 166, 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 41 years old, this Ford Popular is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TYC 166 registered?

TYC 166 is a 1985 Ford Popular, first registered on 6 June 1985.

Is TYC 166 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYC 166 shows 3 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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