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D848 UNV

1986 Ford Orion

Gold Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,025 mi
Last recorded32,025 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1986 Ford Orion55,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD848 UNV
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 32,025 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 30,879 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 30,879 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 29,508 miles

battery lose

n/s outer sill becoming weak (rear end)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 27,803 miles

wiper blades splitting but not effecting view of the road

Fail 3 Feb 2012 27,803 miles

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

wiper blades splitting but not effecting view of the road

Pass 13 Oct 2008 24,797 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 24,797 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 12 Oct 2007 21,389 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 18,111 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 18,067 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 14,823 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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D848 UNV is a 1986 Ford Orion in Gold with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 D848 UNV, 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 D848 UNV registered?

D848 UNV is a 1986 Ford Orion, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D848 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D848 UNV shows 12 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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