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A806 GRN

1983 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,213 mi
Last recorded32,213 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1983 Ford Orion55,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA806 GRN
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,213 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both track rod end split pins missing

Fail 19 Jul 2013 32,180 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both track rod end split pins missing

Pass 21 Jul 2012 43,235 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 42,626 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

brake pipes poor condition

nearside + offside front brake disc's rusty

nearside rear tyre worn inside edge

offside front tyre cracking + wearing inside edge

Pass 3 Feb 2010 42,332 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 39,397 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 39,097 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 39,096 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 390,789 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 390,789 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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A806 GRN is a 1983 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A806 GRN, 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

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What year was A806 GRN registered?

A806 GRN is a 1983 Ford Orion, first registered on 13 October 1983.

Is A806 GRN safe to buy?

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