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H246 LJO

1991 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,943 mi
Last recorded46,943 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1991 Ford Dorchester65,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH246 LJO
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 46,943 miles

Advise steering column lower bush worn

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Aug 2017 46,943 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Advise steering column lower bush worn

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 45,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Aug 2016 45,626 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 10.05% max 3.50 (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Aug 2015 44,140 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 39,425 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 39,097 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 39,097 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 38,738 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 38,486 miles

P A S pipe damp , nearside rear outer cv boot split , slight play in nearside rack

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 38,249 miles

P A S pipes damp , centre seats folded away at time of test , nearside rear cv boot split , slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 Apr 2009 37,938 miles

n/s/r outer driveshaft gaiter split

Pass 30 Apr 2008 37,468 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 36,991 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 36,642 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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H246 LJO is a 1991 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 65,253 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 H246 LJO, 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 35 years old, this Ford Dorchester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H246 LJO registered?

H246 LJO is a 1991 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H246 LJO safe to buy?

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