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F993 LKJ

1989 Ford Orion

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,385 mi
Last recorded80,385 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2006
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF993 LKJ
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2006 80,385 miles

Oil leak

rear footbrake imbalance 35% need atenttion

Pass 5 Dec 2005 78,981 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 78,981 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

excess oil leak from engine,

rear brakes unbalance need attention

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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F993 LKJ is a 1989 Ford Orion in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 F993 LKJ, 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

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What year was F993 LKJ registered?

F993 LKJ is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 17 May 1989.

Is F993 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F993 LKJ shows 3 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.

Does F993 LKJ have outstanding finance?

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