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N79 FMA

1996 Ford Orion

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,134 mi
Last recorded61,134 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN79 FMA
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2006 61,134 miles

nearside door mirror damaged

rear offside brake pipe slight corrion

slight play at rack

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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N79 FMA is a 1996 Ford Orion in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N79 FMA, 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 30 years old, this Ford Orion is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N79 FMA?

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What year was N79 FMA registered?

N79 FMA is a 1996 Ford Orion, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N79 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N79 FMA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N79 FMA have outstanding finance?

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