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K94 FNT

1993 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,234 mi
Last recorded102,234 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2010
Typical for 1993 Ford Dorchester67,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK94 FNT
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2010 102,234 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Fail 19 Nov 2010 102,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

offside front and both rear locking wheel nuts damaged but still secure

wearto offside rear tyre on outer edge also cracking borderline

Pass 24 Sep 2009 102,124 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 102,102 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

vehicle has been modified body to limosence

Pass 29 Mar 2008 901 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 99,787 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 97,757 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 97,757 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in steering rack

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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K94 FNT is a 1993 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 K94 FNT, 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.

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What year was K94 FNT registered?

K94 FNT is a 1993 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 24 May 1993.

Is K94 FNT safe to buy?

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