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C565 LBD

1985 Ford Orion

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,215 mi
Last recorded16,215 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Ford Orion60,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC565 LBD
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 16,215 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 16,215 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Battery tray corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 15,510 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 11,127 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 10,762 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 3,270 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 797 miles

adv offside/nearside rear chassis rails rusting

Pass 30 Sep 2009 96,825 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 96,824 miles

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

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 92,529 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 89,293 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 84,708 miles

adv nearside rear chassis rail surface corrossion

Pass 27 Sep 2005 81,522 miles

adv front tyres 2mm to centre tread area

advwear to nearside steering rack joint

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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C565 LBD is a 1985 Ford Orion in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C565 LBD, 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 C565 LBD registered?

C565 LBD is a 1985 Ford Orion, first registered on 9 September 1985.

Is C565 LBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C565 LBD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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