MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,079 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust system leaking and noisy
Oil leak
Rear brake discs rusty
Rear wheel arches corroded
Steering slightly heavy
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Exhaust system leaking and noisy
Oil leak
Rear brake discs rusty
Rear wheel arches corroded
Steering slightly heavy
How Reliable is the Ford Dorchester?
Based on 10,955 MOT tests across 987 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E517 CGN is a 1987 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1987 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 63,588 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 E517 CGN, 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 39 years old, this Ford Dorchester is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of E517 CGN?
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What year was E517 CGN registered?
E517 CGN is a 1987 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 17 November 1987.
Is E517 CGN safe to buy?
The MOT history for E517 CGN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E517 CGN have outstanding finance?
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