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YSJ 563

1954 Ford Popular

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,171 mi
Last recorded15,171 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSJ 563
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 15,171 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 14,739 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 13,934 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 13,455 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 13,013 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 11,671 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 11,320 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 9,016 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 5,001 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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YSJ 563 is a 1954 Ford Popular in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 33,891 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 YSJ 563, 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 72 years old, this Ford Popular is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSJ 563?

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What year was YSJ 563 registered?

YSJ 563 is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 17 July 1954.

Is YSJ 563 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSJ 563 shows 9 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 YSJ 563 have outstanding finance?

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