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NAN 883X

1981 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,403 mi
Last recorded43,403 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAN 883X
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2009 43,403 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 43,403 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 42,702 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 42,369 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 42,023 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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NAN 883X is a 1981 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NAN 883X, 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 45 years old, this Ford Dorchester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NAN 883X?

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What year was NAN 883X registered?

NAN 883X is a 1981 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 22 October 1981.

Is NAN 883X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAN 883X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NAN 883X have outstanding finance?

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