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YET 17

1961 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,211 mi
Last recorded97,211 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2013
Typical for 1961 Ford Popular47,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYET 17
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2013 97,211 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 96,321 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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YET 17 is a 1961 Ford Popular in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 47,758 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 YET 17, 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 65 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 YET 17?

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What year was YET 17 registered?

YET 17 is a 1961 Ford Popular, first registered on 16 March 1961.

Is YET 17 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YET 17 shows 2 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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