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SFF 165

1988 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,333 mi
Last recorded29,333 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFF 165
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2013 29,333 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 29,095 miles

slight blue smoke

tyres slightly perished

Pass 4 Jun 2010 28,646 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 28,593 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 28,386 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 28,386 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 28,251 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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SFF 165 is a 1988 Ford Popular in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SFF 165, 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 38 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 SFF 165?

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What year was SFF 165 registered?

SFF 165 is a 1988 Ford Popular, first registered on 13 May 1988.

Is SFF 165 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFF 165 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFF 165 have outstanding finance?

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