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F23 RGM

1989 Ford Orion

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,709 mi
Last recorded65,709 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF23 RGM
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2021 65,709 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 63,753 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 62,675 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 61,733 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 60,951 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 55,631 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2010 52,038 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 52,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread area

offside dipped beam worked with a tap

Pass 4 Aug 2007 51,869 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 51,572 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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F23 RGM is a 1989 Ford Orion in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Ford Orion models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 56,996 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 F23 RGM, 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 F23 RGM?

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What year was F23 RGM registered?

F23 RGM is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 11 February 1989.

Is F23 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F23 RGM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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