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HJN 264

1954 Ford Popular

Yellow Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,633 mi
Last recorded14,633 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2012
Typical for 1954 Ford Popular33,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJN 264
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1954
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2012 14,633 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 14,243 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 13,918 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,741 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 13,741 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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HJN 264 is a 1954 Ford Popular in Yellow with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 HJN 264, 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 HJN 264?

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What year was HJN 264 registered?

HJN 264 is a 1954 Ford Popular, first registered on 25 March 1954.

Is HJN 264 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJN 264 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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