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840 YUV

1986 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Ford Popular50,499 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration840 YUV
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012

corrosion forming in front chassis rails

corrosion forming in outer sills to central crossmember(not testable-due to no seat belts fitted and away from all other prescribed areas)

non standard engine,wheels,suspension and brakes all appear to be stronger than original!all modifications appear well done,not changing the chariteristic appearance from the outside

vehicle covered in underseal,limited vision

Pass 3 Nov 2011

corrosion forming in chassis rails

non standard engine,wheels,suspension and brakes fitted

vehicle undersield,limited vision on some components

Pass 29 Nov 2010

corrosion forming in floors

non standard engine,wheels,suspension and brakes fitted.

Pass 31 May 2007 8,630 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 51,771 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 51,771 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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840 YUV is a 1986 Ford Popular in Black with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 50,499 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 840 YUV, 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 40 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 840 YUV?

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What year was 840 YUV registered?

840 YUV is a 1986 Ford Popular, first registered on 22 December 1986.

Is 840 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 840 YUV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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