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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside outer sill rusty
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Front discs pitted.
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
How Reliable is the Ford Dorchester?
Based on 10,955 MOT tests across 987 vehicles.
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R982 FBV is a 1997 Ford Dorchester in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R982 FBV, 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 R982 FBV registered?
R982 FBV is a 1997 Ford Dorchester, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R982 FBV safe to buy?
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