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OCG 493

1983 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 8300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,181 mi
Last recorded1,181 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Popular31,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCG 493
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine8,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2025 1,181 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 1,146 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 713 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 408 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 276 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 17 May 2014 128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 556 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 540 miles

Coolant leak

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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OCG 493 is a 1983 Ford Popular in Black with a 8,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests 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 OCG 493, 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 OCG 493?

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What year was OCG 493 registered?

OCG 493 is a 1983 Ford Popular, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is OCG 493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCG 493 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OCG 493 have outstanding finance?

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