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F161 PLW

1989 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,536 mi
Last recorded79,536 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF161 PLW
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 79,536 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 79,234 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 79,206 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 79,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2007 77,695 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 77,692 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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F161 PLW is a 1989 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 56,996 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 F161 PLW, 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 37 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 F161 PLW?

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What year was F161 PLW registered?

F161 PLW is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 12 January 1989.

Is F161 PLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F161 PLW shows 6 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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