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K39 SLW

1993 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,760 mi
Last recorded59,760 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1993 Ford Dorchester67,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK39 SLW
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 59,760 miles

Oil leak

nearside top corner of windscreen craacked

Fail 13 Aug 2013 59,744 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside top corner of windscreen craacked

Pass 1 Jul 2010 59,446 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 59,201 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 58,074 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 57,179 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 56,208 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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K39 SLW is a 1993 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 67,304 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 K39 SLW, 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 33 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 K39 SLW registered?

K39 SLW is a 1993 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K39 SLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K39 SLW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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