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CYJ 387Y

1982 Ford Dorchester

Maroon Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,230 mi
Last recorded77,230 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1982 Ford Dorchester56,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYJ 387Y
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2024 77,230 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 71,500 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 70,749 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 70,549 miles

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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CYJ 387Y is a 1982 Ford Dorchester in Maroon with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 56,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CYJ 387Y, 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 44 years old, this Ford Dorchester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CYJ 387Y?

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What year was CYJ 387Y registered?

CYJ 387Y is a 1982 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is CYJ 387Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYJ 387Y shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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