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B104 CYS

1985 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,102 mi
Last recorded74,102 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
Typical for 1985 Ford Dorchester72,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB104 CYS
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2009 74,102 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 73,905 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 72,203 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 71,669 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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B104 CYS is a 1985 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 72,248 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 B104 CYS, 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 41 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 B104 CYS?

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What year was B104 CYS registered?

B104 CYS is a 1985 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B104 CYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B104 CYS shows 4 tests 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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