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BYZ 2089

1990 Ford Orion

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,851 mi
Last recorded60,851 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Orion55,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYZ 2089
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 60,851 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 60,603 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 59,651 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 59,651 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 59,371 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 59,371 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 59,166 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 58,473 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 58,257 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 56,948 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 55,840 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 55,149 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 53,343 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 53,343 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2009 50,734 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 50,734 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 47,045 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 47,045 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 44,545 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 41,520 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 41,516 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2005 39,452 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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BYZ 2089 is a 1990 Ford Orion in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 55,889 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 BYZ 2089, 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 36 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 BYZ 2089 registered?

BYZ 2089 is a 1990 Ford Orion, first registered on 30 January 1990.

Is BYZ 2089 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYZ 2089 shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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