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L961 DHG

1993 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,074 mi
Last recorded92,074 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1993 Ford Dorchester67,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL961 DHG
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2022 92,074 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pedal spongy (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Power steering component leaking bellows (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded between both flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded between both flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre cracking outside sidewall

Pass 14 Aug 2013 91,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 91,621 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 90,879 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 90,723 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 89,360 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 86,969 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 84,090 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 81,681 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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L961 DHG is a 1993 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L961 DHG, 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 L961 DHG registered?

L961 DHG is a 1993 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 November 1993.

Is L961 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L961 DHG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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