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G326 ONU

1989 Ford Orion

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,488 mi
Last recorded51,488 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG326 ONU
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 51,488 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 50,214 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 49,791 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 49,784 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative nearside hazard lights inoperative when hazards lights are on (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced excessively corroded on sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill has slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 49,714 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 49,551 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 49,520 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 49,203 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 48,445 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 47,760 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 47,493 miles

slight play in both sides rear wheel bearings

Pass 22 May 2015 47,287 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2014 47,037 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion to n/s/ inner sill

Pass 21 May 2013 46,659 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 46,302 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 May 2011 46,002 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 45,723 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2009 45,814 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 44,748 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 44,365 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 44,024 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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G326 ONU is a 1989 Ford Orion in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G326 ONU, 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.

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What year was G326 ONU registered?

G326 ONU is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 29 September 1989.

Is G326 ONU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G326 ONU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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