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A230 HRU

1983 Ford Orion

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

57,739 mi
Last recorded57,739 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Orion55,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA230 HRU
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 57,739 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 57,641 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 57,503 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 55,622 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 55,363 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 54,973 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 54,498 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 53,241 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 52,922 miles

surface rust to underside of body

Fail 14 Apr 2014 52,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

surface rust to underside of body

Pass 14 Mar 2012 51,538 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 48,221 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 46,795 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2008 45,774 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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A230 HRU is a 1983 Ford Orion in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 A230 HRU, 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 A230 HRU?

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What year was A230 HRU registered?

A230 HRU is a 1983 Ford Orion, first registered on 12 October 1983.

Is A230 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A230 HRU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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