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K174 MFM

1993 Ford Orion

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,112 mi
Last recorded13,112 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2007
Typical for 1993 Ford Orion59,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK174 MFM
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2007 13,112 miles

Handbrake almost at limit of travel. (needs adjusting). †Rear off-side door doesn't open.

Pass 21 Jul 2006 9,863 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 9,863 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s/r shock leaking oil

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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K174 MFM is a 1993 Ford Orion in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 59,344 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 K174 MFM, 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 33 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 K174 MFM?

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What year was K174 MFM registered?

K174 MFM is a 1993 Ford Orion, first registered on 9 March 1993.

Is K174 MFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K174 MFM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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