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F288 WJX

1989 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,876 mi
Last recorded97,876 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF288 WJX
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 97,876 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 97,416 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 96,984 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 96,872 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 96,786 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 96,707 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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F288 WJX is a 1989 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 F288 WJX, 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 F288 WJX?

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What year was F288 WJX registered?

F288 WJX is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F288 WJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F288 WJX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F288 WJX have outstanding finance?

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