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L215 NJO

1994 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,081 mi
Last recorded72,081 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 1994 Ford Dorchester61,151 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL215 NJO
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 72,081 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2017 61,992 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 61,918 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 61,713 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 May 2013 61,245 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 60,487 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 59,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 59,934 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 59,180 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 58,323 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 57,485 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 55,871 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 55,871 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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L215 NJO is a 1994 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1994 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 61,151 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 L215 NJO, 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 32 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 L215 NJO registered?

L215 NJO is a 1994 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is L215 NJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L215 NJO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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