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MD62 PXM

2012 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 3984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,644 mi
Last recorded115,644 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Dorchester75,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD62 PXM
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 115,644 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 12 Feb 2025 113,143 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 108,850 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 103,010 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 102,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear exhuast deteriated

Pass 28 Sep 2021 95,745 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 87,578 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 80,397 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 69,970 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 58,439 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 45,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 45,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 34,176 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 34,176 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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MD62 PXM is a 2012 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 3,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 75,361 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 MD62 PXM, 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 14 years old, this Ford Dorchester is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MD62 PXM registered?

MD62 PXM is a 2012 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is MD62 PXM safe to buy?

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