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RBZ 8517

1994 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

79,370 mi
Last recorded79,370 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1994 Ford Dorchester61,151 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBZ 8517
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 79,370 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 77,479 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 75,968 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 75,364 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 73,518 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 73,518 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 72,660 miles

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

both sills corroded but not in a prescribed area or does not affect the overall strength of the structure

Pass 3 Apr 2012 84,980 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,519 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 71,519 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 70,429 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 69,639 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 69,635 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 68,849 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 68,844 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 67,743 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 67,735 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 66,689 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 65,647 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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RBZ 8517 is a 1994 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1994 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 61,151 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 RBZ 8517, 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 32 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 RBZ 8517 registered?

RBZ 8517 is a 1994 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 24 August 1994.

Is RBZ 8517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBZ 8517 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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