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C702 GOK

1985 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

70,994 mi
Last recorded70,994 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1985 Ford Orion60,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC702 GOK
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 70,994 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 70,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 69,802 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 69,800 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 68,989 miles

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

Fail 28 Jun 2017 68,989 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

Pass 25 May 2012 68,704 miles

cuts in n/s/f tyre sidewall

Fail 21 May 2012 68,703 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

cuts in n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 30 Jul 2008 68,681 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 68,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 68,363 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 67,895 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 67,895 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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C702 GOK is a 1985 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 C702 GOK, 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 C702 GOK registered?

C702 GOK is a 1985 Ford Orion, first registered on 7 August 1985.

Is C702 GOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C702 GOK shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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