MuddyFox Explorer Mega - Production year and serial number decoding needed

Lenwin

Retro Newbie
I won this Muddy Fox Explorer Mega (pics below) in the 1990s but don't remember the exact year. Attempts using online serial number decoders have drawn blanks, and when I contacted MuddyFox direct they suggested I ask here.

Serial number is FC94XD8515.

Any info encoded in the serial number, but above all the year of manufacture, greatly appreciated.

Other than the new quick release skewer, and a saddle blemish incurred during storage, it is as when I acquired it. Technical details:

Quick release front wheel
18 speed gear
17 inch (43 cm) frame
Combined gear and brake - Shimano Altos C50 groupset
RAYIA - VP20 rims
Shimano BRCT51 brakes

FC94XD8515_1.JPG FC94XD8515_2.JPG FC94XD8515_3.JPG FC94XD8515_4.JPG FC94XD8515_5.JPG FC94XD8515_6.JPG FC94XD8515_7.JPG FC94XD8515_8.JPG FC94XD8515_9.JPG FC94XD8515_10.JPG
 
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