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VVS 736

1981 Ford Popular

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,432 mi
Last recorded43,432 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Popular14,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVS 736
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 43,432 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 41,626 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 39,321 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 36,896 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 34,824 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 32,808 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 31,249 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 30,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 29,080 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 28,120 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 27,021 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 25,356 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 23,507 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 21,183 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 19,512 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 17,664 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 16,467 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 14,712 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 14,424 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 13,773 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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VVS 736 is a 1981 Ford Popular in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 VVS 736, 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 VVS 736?

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What year was VVS 736 registered?

VVS 736 is a 1981 Ford Popular, first registered on 6 November 1981.

Is VVS 736 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVS 736 shows 20 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 VVS 736 have outstanding finance?

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