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C258 EMK

1985 Ford Orion

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,974 mi
Last recorded37,974 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Orion60,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC258 EMK
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,974 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 37,972 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 37,969 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 37,968 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 37,947 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 37,945 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 39,940 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 37,932 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 37,924 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 37,900 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 37,835 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 37,503 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 37,222 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 36,994 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 36,857 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 36,781 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 36,549 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 36,374 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 36,238 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Orion?

Based on 85,037 MOT tests across 23,306 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
2,517
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
23,306
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 15,192
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,866
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,274
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,059
constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,009
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C258 EMK is a 1985 Ford Orion in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 60,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Orion fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 15,192 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C258 EMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Orion typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Ford Orion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C258 EMK?

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What year was C258 EMK registered?

C258 EMK is a 1985 Ford Orion, first registered on 19 November 1985.

Is C258 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C258 EMK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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