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HMT 126K

1971 Ford Dorchester

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,339 mi
Last recorded52,339 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMT 126K
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2006 52,339 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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HMT 126K is a 1971 Ford Dorchester in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HMT 126K, 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 55 years old, this Ford Dorchester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HMT 126K registered?

HMT 126K is a 1971 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is HMT 126K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMT 126K shows 1 test 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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