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A88 PYD

1983 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,152 mi
Last recorded53,152 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2006
Typical for 1983 Ford Orion55,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA88 PYD
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2006 53,152 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 53,152 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

parking brake has limited reserve travel

Pass 22 Dec 2005 50,345 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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A88 PYD is a 1983 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A88 PYD, 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 A88 PYD?

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What year was A88 PYD registered?

A88 PYD is a 1983 Ford Orion, first registered on 23 November 1983.

Is A88 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A88 PYD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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