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A198 POR

1983 Ford Orion

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,543 mi
Last recorded24,543 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2006
Typical for 1983 Ford Orion55,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA198 POR
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2006 24,543 miles

Offside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2005 24,264 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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A198 POR is a 1983 Ford Orion in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 55,361 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 A198 POR, 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 43 years old, this Ford Orion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A198 POR?

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What year was A198 POR registered?

A198 POR is a 1983 Ford Orion, first registered on 13 October 1983.

Is A198 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A198 POR shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A198 POR have outstanding finance?

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