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N8 BNC

1997 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,070 mi
Last recorded61,070 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Dorchester53,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 BNC
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2007 61,070 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 57,853 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 53,697 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 53,697 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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N8 BNC is a 1997 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Ford Dorchester models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 53,214 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 N8 BNC, 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 29 years old, this Ford Dorchester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N8 BNC?

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What year was N8 BNC registered?

N8 BNC is a 1997 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is N8 BNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 BNC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N8 BNC have outstanding finance?

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