MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,370 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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How do I check the history of B788 SAD?
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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.
Does B788 SAD have outstanding finance?
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