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G958 XGV

1989 Ford Orion

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,189 mi
Last recorded88,189 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 1989 Ford Orion56,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG958 XGV
MakeFord
ModelOrion
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 88,189 miles

Suspension components have slight corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2023 87,505 miles

Suspension components have slight corrosion

Fail 30 Sep 2023 87,500 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Suspension components have slight corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2022 87,127 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 86,828 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2020 86,701 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2020 86,701 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively replace wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 86,170 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 86,100 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside MIRROR GLASS MISSING

Pass 2 Nov 2013 84,649 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 1 Nov 2013 85,467 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 12 Nov 2012 82,990 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 2 Nov 2011 80,877 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 79,430 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all metal brake pipes coated in grease

slight damage to n/s and o/s rear outer sills

Pass 30 Oct 2009 77,986 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear outer sills damaged

brake pipes coverd

Pass 12 Nov 2008 75,584 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 73,358 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

slight free play on steering wheel when rocking side to side.

Pass 6 Nov 2006 70,617 miles

slight free play on steering wheel when rocking side to side.

Fail 6 Nov 2006 70,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight free play on steering wheel when rocking side to side.

Pass 15 Nov 2005 68,589 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2005 68,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front tyres wearing on inner edges, possible wheel alignment out of spec.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Park brake only just passed performance test †

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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G958 XGV is a 1989 Ford Orion in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G958 XGV, 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 G958 XGV registered?

G958 XGV is a 1989 Ford Orion, first registered on 27 November 1989.

Is G958 XGV safe to buy?

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