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C74 DWX

1986 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,786 mi
Last recorded49,786 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 Ford Orion55,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC74 DWX
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 49,786 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 49,663 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 49,652 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 49,102 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 48,981 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 48,773 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 67,204 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2009 67,374 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 67,374 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 67,226 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 66,924 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 66,198 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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C74 DWX is a 1986 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1986 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 55,383 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 C74 DWX, 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 40 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 C74 DWX?

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What year was C74 DWX registered?

C74 DWX is a 1986 Ford Orion, first registered on 19 May 1986.

Is C74 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C74 DWX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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