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M506 TBV

1995 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,112 mi
Last recorded54,112 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Ford Dorchester53,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM506 TBV
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 54,112 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,926 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 53,690 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 53,110 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 52,476 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 51,741 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 50,635 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 49,660 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 48,859 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 47,936 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 46,519 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 45,755 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 45,755 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 45,365 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 43,344 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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M506 TBV is a 1995 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1995 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 53,529 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 M506 TBV, 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 31 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 M506 TBV registered?

M506 TBV is a 1995 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 5 January 1995.

Is M506 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M506 TBV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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