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L404 OGW

1994 Ford Orion

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,102 mi
Last recorded58,102 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 1994 Ford Orion64,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL404 OGW
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2017 58,102 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 49,707 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 47,028 miles

o/s/r chassis rail slight corrosion

slight wear in steering rack n/s/f

Pass 20 Feb 2012 44,280 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 42,065 miles

handbrake weak

Pass 9 Mar 2010 39,854 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

small split in exhaust centre box

Pass 2 Mar 2009 37,417 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2008 34,998 miles

offside front indicator close to showing white light

Pass 21 Mar 2007 34,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 33,226 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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L404 OGW is a 1994 Ford Orion in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 64,058 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 L404 OGW, 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 32 years old, this Ford Orion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L404 OGW registered?

L404 OGW is a 1994 Ford Orion, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L404 OGW safe to buy?

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