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J540 GCK

1991 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,716 mi
Last recorded101,716 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2006
Typical for 1991 Ford Dorchester65,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ540 GCK
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2006 101,716 miles

n/s rear d;shaft gaiter split

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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J540 GCK is a 1991 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J540 GCK, 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.

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What year was J540 GCK registered?

J540 GCK is a 1991 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 21 August 1991.

Is J540 GCK safe to buy?

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