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L331 HYP

2004 Ford Orion

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,237 mi
Last recorded72,237 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL331 HYP
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2005 72,237 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 72,237 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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L331 HYP is a 2004 Ford Orion in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 L331 HYP, 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 22 years old, this Ford Orion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L331 HYP registered?

L331 HYP is a 2004 Ford Orion, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is L331 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L331 HYP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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