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M734 VCH

1995 Ford Dorchester

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

754,491 mi
Last recorded754,491 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2012
Typical for 1995 Ford Dorchester53,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM734 VCH
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2012 754,491 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 74,004 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 74,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 72,585 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 70,807 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 70,743 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2008 69,041 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 67,518 miles

Oil leak

rusty on chassi,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes could do with wax oiling and to rear sills

Pass 30 Aug 2006 64,690 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 64,690 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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M734 VCH is a 1995 Ford Dorchester in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 M734 VCH, 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 M734 VCH registered?

M734 VCH is a 1995 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 9 March 1995.

Is M734 VCH safe to buy?

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