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D556 OTW

1986 Ford Orion

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,992 mi
Last recorded21,992 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 1986 Ford Orion55,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD556 OTW
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2024 21,992 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 21,503 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 21,266 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 21,128 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 19,810 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 19,087 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 18,497 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 17,972 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 17,622 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 17,331 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 16,243 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 15,414 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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D556 OTW is a 1986 Ford Orion in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D556 OTW, 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 D556 OTW?

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What year was D556 OTW registered?

D556 OTW is a 1986 Ford Orion, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D556 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D556 OTW shows 12 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 D556 OTW have outstanding finance?

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