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RLL 143

1983 Ford Popular

Brown Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,972 mi
Last recorded15,972 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Popular31,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLL 143
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 15,972 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 15,110 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 12,620 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 11,315 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 10,556 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 9,994 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 9,972 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 9,528 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 6,411 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 4,216 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 2,851 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 5 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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RLL 143 is a 1983 Ford Popular in Brown with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RLL 143, 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 RLL 143?

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What year was RLL 143 registered?

RLL 143 is a 1983 Ford Popular, first registered on 22 September 1983.

Is RLL 143 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLL 143 shows 12 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 RLL 143 have outstanding finance?

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