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P3 CRS

1996 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,239 mi
Last recorded64,239 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2013
Typical for 1996 Ford Dorchester56,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 CRS
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2013 64,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 64,239 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 66,046 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,773 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 61,224 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 61,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 57,778 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 54,004 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 52,032 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 52,032 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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P3 CRS is a 1996 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 P3 CRS, 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

How do I check the history of P3 CRS?

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What year was P3 CRS registered?

P3 CRS is a 1996 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P3 CRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 CRS shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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