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VAE 738

2000 Ford Popular

Blue Petrol 7500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,993 mi
Last recorded12,993 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAE 738
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 12,993 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 1,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 1,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 624 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 418 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 211 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 10 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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VAE 738 is a 2000 Ford Popular in Blue with a 7,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VAE 738, 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 26 years old, this Ford Popular is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAE 738?

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What year was VAE 738 registered?

VAE 738 is a 2000 Ford Popular, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is VAE 738 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAE 738 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAE 738 have outstanding finance?

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