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R561 HRN

1997 Ford Dorchester

Black Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,580 mi
Last recorded141,580 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Dorchester53,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR561 HRN
MakeFord
ModelDorchester
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2013 141,580 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 140,956 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 139,478 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 138,666 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 138,643 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 138,543 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,037 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 30,918 miles

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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R561 HRN is a 1997 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R561 HRN, 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 R561 HRN?

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What year was R561 HRN registered?

R561 HRN is a 1997 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R561 HRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R561 HRN shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R561 HRN have outstanding finance?

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