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B788 SAD

1985 Ford Dorchester

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,370 mi
Last recorded50,370 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Ford Dorchester72,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB788 SAD
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 50,370 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 50,370 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2007 49,941 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 49,937 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 49,553 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Ford Dorchester?

Based on 10,955 MOT tests across 987 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
2,676
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 349
parking brake recording little or no effort 236
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 192
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 188
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 161
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B788 SAD is a 1985 Ford Dorchester in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 72,248 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 Dorchester fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 349 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B788 SAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Dorchester typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Ford Dorchester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B788 SAD registered?

B788 SAD is a 1985 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B788 SAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B788 SAD shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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