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YSV 774

1985 Ford Popular

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,432 mi
Last recorded2,432 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1985 Ford Popular8,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSV 774
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 2,432 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 2,097 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 1,848 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 1,218 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 708 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2007

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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YSV 774 is a 1985 Ford Popular in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YSV 774, 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

How do I check the history of YSV 774?

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What year was YSV 774 registered?

YSV 774 is a 1985 Ford Popular, first registered on 19 December 1985.

Is YSV 774 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSV 774 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 YSV 774 have outstanding finance?

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