MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,427 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
off side rear drive shaft gaitor torn
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
off side rear drive shaft gaitor torn
Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
How Reliable is the Ford Dorchester?
Based on 10,955 MOT tests across 987 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E353 MPV is a 1999 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1999 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 51,473 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 E353 MPV, 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 27 years old, this Ford Dorchester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of E353 MPV?
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What year was E353 MPV registered?
E353 MPV is a 1999 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 November 1999.
Is E353 MPV safe to buy?
The MOT history for E353 MPV 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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