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G90 XLH

1989 Ford Orion

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,420 mi
Last recorded53,420 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG90 XLH
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 53,420 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 52,765 miles

rear service just met the requirements

Pass 19 Jun 2017 52,321 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Rear Service Brake efficiency just met the requirements

coil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 50,861 miles

Front coil spring corroded & Rear (2.4.C.1b)

Surface corrosion on rear suspension components

Pass 18 Apr 2015 49,748 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 49,747 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,708 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 47,708 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 47,021 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,989 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 46,925 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 46,864 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 46,605 miles

Advise corrosion to n/s/outer sill.

Advise corrosion to o/s chassis leg

Advise play in n/s steering arm.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 25 Jul 2009 46,581 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Advise corrosion to n/s/outer sill.

Advise corrosion to o/s chassis leg

Advise play in n/s steering arm.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 46,189 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 45,238 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 43,881 miles

slight wear in steering rack

vehicle has various areas of heavy corrosion but not exssesive at time of test

Fail 13 Jul 2006 43,881 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

vehicle has various areas corroded but not exssesive at present

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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G90 XLH is a 1989 Ford Orion in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 G90 XLH, 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 G90 XLH registered?

G90 XLH is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is G90 XLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G90 XLH shows 18 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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