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C580 GYB

1986 Ford Orion

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,545 mi
Last recorded85,545 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2007
Typical for 1986 Ford Orion55,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC580 GYB
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2007 85,545 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight damage to osf indicator lens †(ok for this test)

some damage to drivers door mirror †(ok at this mot)

some damage to osr lamp lens †(ok at this test) †(repaired with tape)

Fail 5 Jul 2007 85,545 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight damage to osf indicator lens †(ok for this test)

some damage to drivers door mirror †(ok for this mot)

some damage to osr lamp len †(been repaired with tape) †(ok for this test)

Pass 3 May 2006 65,848 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front no; plate discoloured o.k at mot test †

slight misting around master cylinder! †no leaks apparant at time of mot test.

some corrosion around inner wings †ok at mot test.

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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C580 GYB is a 1986 Ford Orion in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 55,383 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 C580 GYB, 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 40 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 C580 GYB registered?

C580 GYB is a 1986 Ford Orion, first registered on 18 February 1986.

Is C580 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C580 GYB 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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