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E265 YMA

1988 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,428 mi
Last recorded99,428 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2006
Typical for 1988 Ford Orion57,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE265 YMA
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2006 99,428 miles

slight corrosion behind rear part of outer sills

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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E265 YMA is a 1988 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 57,492 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 E265 YMA, 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 38 years old, this Ford Orion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E265 YMA?

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What year was E265 YMA registered?

E265 YMA is a 1988 Ford Orion, first registered on 6 January 1988.

Is E265 YMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E265 YMA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E265 YMA have outstanding finance?

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