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TAN 551Y

1982 Ford Dorchester

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,978 mi
Last recorded41,978 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1982 Ford Dorchester56,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAN 551Y
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2014 41,978 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

all brake pipes coated in grease

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres crack but not showing cords

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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TAN 551Y is a 1982 Ford Dorchester in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 56,252 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 TAN 551Y, 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 44 years old, this Ford Dorchester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAN 551Y registered?

TAN 551Y is a 1982 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 21 October 1982.

Is TAN 551Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAN 551Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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