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BS 8673

1983 Ford Popular

Green Petrol 933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,394 mi
Last recorded40,394 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 1983 Ford Popular31,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS 8673
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine933cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2017 40,394 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly perished

Nearside Outer sill slightly corroded

Offside Front tyre slightly perished

Offside Outer sill slightly corroded

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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BS 8673 is a 1983 Ford Popular in Green with a 933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BS 8673, 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 BS 8673?

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What year was BS 8673 registered?

BS 8673 is a 1983 Ford Popular, first registered on 28 March 1983.

Is BS 8673 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS 8673 shows 1 test 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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