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D983 YRS

1987 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,106 mi
Last recorded91,106 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 1987 Ford Orion53,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD983 YRS
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2014 91,106 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear inner sills corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2014 91,009 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2013 90,038 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 89,140 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 88,288 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear road springs starting to corrode

innersills starting to corrode

nearside rear outer sill starting to corrode

Fail 21 Dec 2011 88,288 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear road springs starting to corrode

innersills starting to corrode

nearside rear outer sill starting to corrode

Pass 20 Dec 2010 86,567 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 85,318 miles

nearside sill starting to corrode

Pass 15 Dec 2008 83,786 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 83,786 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 82,338 miles

clutch pedal rubber in poor condition

Fail 10 Dec 2007 82,313 miles

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

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

clutch pedal rubber in poor condition

Pass 12 Dec 2006 80,719 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing starting to sound (smooth operation)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 79,234 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 79,234 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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D983 YRS is a 1987 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 53,548 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 D983 YRS, 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 39 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 D983 YRS registered?

D983 YRS is a 1987 Ford Orion, first registered on 3 June 1987.

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