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BAZ 5944

1983 Ford Popular

Red Petrol 6800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,698 mi
Last recorded10,698 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Popular31,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 5944
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 10,698 miles
Fail 16 May 2026 10,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2012 3,827 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 2,827 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 1,821 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 3 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 8,232 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 7,173 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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BAZ 5944 is a 1983 Ford Popular in Red with a 6,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 31,338 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 BAZ 5944, 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 43 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 BAZ 5944?

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What year was BAZ 5944 registered?

BAZ 5944 is a 1983 Ford Popular, first registered on 25 November 1983.

Is BAZ 5944 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 5944 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAZ 5944 have outstanding finance?

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