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G185 PRR

1989 Ford Orion

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,167 mi
Last recorded90,167 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG185 PRR
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 90,167 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2026 90,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 89,890 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight cut in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 89,890 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight cut in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 89,789 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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G185 PRR is a 1989 Ford Orion in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G185 PRR, 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 G185 PRR registered?

G185 PRR is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 9 December 1989.

Is G185 PRR safe to buy?

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