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RAZ 4896

1988 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,000 mi
Last recorded42,000 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2007
Typical for 1988 Ford Dorchester75,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAZ 4896
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2007 42,000 miles

Fail 22 Oct 2007 42,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 41,588 miles

Fail 16 Mar 2006 41,583 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RAZ 4896 is a 1988 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 75,254 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 RAZ 4896, 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 38 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 RAZ 4896?

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What year was RAZ 4896 registered?

RAZ 4896 is a 1988 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is RAZ 4896 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAZ 4896 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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