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B507 XRN

1985 Ford Dorchester

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,943 mi
Last recorded87,943 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2009
Typical for 1985 Ford Dorchester72,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB507 XRN
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2009 87,943 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 87,941 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 86,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

front tyres 185/14 rear tyres 205/65/15

Fail 28 Feb 2008 86,943 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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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B507 XRN is a 1985 Ford Dorchester in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 B507 XRN, 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

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What year was B507 XRN registered?

B507 XRN is a 1985 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 15 April 1985.

Is B507 XRN safe to buy?

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