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J44 CMB

1991 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,147 mi
Last recorded40,147 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1991 Ford Dorchester65,253 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 CMB
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 40,147 miles

Offside and Nearside sill to floors slight corrosion

Fail 30 Nov 2015 40,147 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside and Nearside sill to floors slight corrosion

Pass 22 Nov 2010 39,567 miles

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

front number plate damaged

o/s mid sill gorroded

Pass 17 Sep 2009 38,733 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 37,945 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 37,945 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 37,161 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 36,236 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 35,459 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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J44 CMB is a 1991 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J44 CMB, 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 J44 CMB registered?

J44 CMB is a 1991 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 24 November 1991.

Is J44 CMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 CMB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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