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P456 KFC

1997 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,907 mi
Last recorded75,907 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Ford Dorchester53,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 KFC
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 75,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 73,589 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 71,269 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 68,466 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 66,024 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 66,024 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 62,826 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 62,762 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 60,142 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 56,581 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 51,917 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 51,917 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 46,880 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 40,935 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 40,887 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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P456 KFC is a 1997 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P456 KFC, 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.

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What year was P456 KFC registered?

P456 KFC is a 1997 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P456 KFC safe to buy?

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