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B524 RHC

1985 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,365 mi
Last recorded2,365 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2007
Typical for 1985 Ford Dorchester72,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB524 RHC
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2007 2,365 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 1,701 miles

slight exhaust blow at middle and rear sections.

slight play in steering rack.

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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B524 RHC is a 1985 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 B524 RHC, 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 B524 RHC registered?

B524 RHC is a 1985 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 2 January 1985.

Is B524 RHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B524 RHC shows 2 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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