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C601 KNS

1986 Ford Orion

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,947 mi
Last recorded74,947 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1986 Ford Orion55,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC601 KNS
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 74,947 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 74,162 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 73,032 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 69,629 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 69,629 miles

Road wheel fixings not compatible Wheels fitted not according to the look (4.2.B.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' Driver's view obstructed by New Stevenston forest (8.3.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 66,732 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 63,182 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 61,068 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 61,068 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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C601 KNS is a 1986 Ford Orion in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C601 KNS, 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

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What year was C601 KNS registered?

C601 KNS is a 1986 Ford Orion, first registered on 7 April 1986.

Is C601 KNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C601 KNS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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