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B659 REC

1985 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,857 mi
Last recorded91,857 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Ford Orion60,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB659 REC
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 91,857 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 91,323 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 91,323 miles

Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured and functionality of the braking system is affected floor panel at parking brake lever mounting is corroded and fractured (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2024 90,795 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 90,258 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 89,635 miles

Underside coated in under sealant

Pass 23 Jun 2021 89,098 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 88,517 miles

Offside CV boot slightly deteriated

Fail 29 Jun 2020 88,517 miles

Offside CV boot slightly deteriated

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 87,443 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 86,583 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 85,771 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 84,675 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 83,580 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 82,625 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 81,563 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 80,481 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 79,560 miles

n/s flooor panel slightly corroded not in proscribed areas

Pass 9 Jun 2010 78,615 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 78,615 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 77,626 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 76,498 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 75,333 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 73,552 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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B659 REC is a 1985 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 60,530 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 B659 REC, 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 41 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 B659 REC registered?

B659 REC is a 1985 Ford Orion, first registered on 21 June 1985.

Is B659 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B659 REC shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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