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UTC 964

1986 Ford Popular

Grey Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Ford Popular50,499 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTC 964
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2025

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear fog lamp missing Not fitted (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vin plate not secured to vehicle

Pass 24 May 2007 2,814 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 2,498 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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UTC 964 is a 1986 Ford Popular in Grey with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 50,499 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 UTC 964, 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 40 years old, this Ford Popular is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UTC 964 registered?

UTC 964 is a 1986 Ford Popular, first registered on 24 June 1986.

Is UTC 964 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTC 964 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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