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WSV 268

1986 Ford Popular

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,266 mi
Last recorded1,266 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1986 Ford Popular50,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSV 268
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 1,266 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018
Pass 29 Oct 2015 77,196 miles
Pass 3 May 2014
Pass 18 Apr 2013 77,245 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 77,196 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 77,195 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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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WSV 268 is a 1986 Ford Popular in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WSV 268, 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

How do I check the history of WSV 268?

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What year was WSV 268 registered?

WSV 268 is a 1986 Ford Popular, first registered on 17 October 1986.

Is WSV 268 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSV 268 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 WSV 268 have outstanding finance?

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