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G68 VME

1989 Ford Orion

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

540 mi
Last recorded540 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG68 VME
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2010 540 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 89,476 miles

damage to screen within limits t/o/test

n/s washer fluid poor del

o./s rear box section starting to corrode

play top/column

Fail 20 Jul 2009 89,476 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

damage to screen within limits t/o/test

n/s washer fluid poor del

o./s rear box section starting to corrode

play top/column

Pass 18 Jul 2008 78,829 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 69,848 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 61,399 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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G68 VME is a 1989 Ford Orion in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G68 VME, 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 G68 VME registered?

G68 VME is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 3 August 1989.

Is G68 VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for G68 VME shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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