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P380 SCW

1996 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,725 mi
Last recorded66,725 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Ford Dorchester56,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP380 SCW
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 66,725 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

central locking constantly locking and unlocking car while keys are in ignition

Pass 31 Aug 2013 69,924 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 66,725 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 66,707 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 66,086 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 65,724 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 65,473 miles

play in steering rack

wear to front brake pads

Pass 18 Aug 2008 64,338 miles

All brake pipes covered in underseal

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack

Wear to offside rear tyre on edges

Fail 18 Aug 2008 64,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

All brake pipes covered in underseal

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack

Wear to offside rear tyre on edges

Pass 20 Aug 2007 63,073 miles

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

all brake pipes undersealed

both rear cv boots insecure

n/s/r tyre deteriorated and worn on edges

play in rack arms

washers poor

Pass 24 Aug 2006 60,421 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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P380 SCW is a 1996 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 56,184 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 P380 SCW, 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 30 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 P380 SCW registered?

P380 SCW is a 1996 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P380 SCW safe to buy?

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