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HIL 8747

1996 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,912 mi
Last recorded75,912 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Ford Dorchester56,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 8747
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 75,912 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 75,912 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 75,015 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 74,098 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 74,098 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 72,676 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 71,509 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 71,509 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 69,855 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

alternator belt cracked

Fail 4 Oct 2011 69,855 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

alternator belt cracked

Pass 1 Oct 2010 67,750 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 65,577 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 62,318 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 60,874 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2005 56,813 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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HIL 8747 is a 1996 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 56,184 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 HIL 8747, 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 30 years old, this Ford Dorchester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HIL 8747?

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What year was HIL 8747 registered?

HIL 8747 is a 1996 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is HIL 8747 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 8747 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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