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778 GLX

1990 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,368 mi
Last recorded13,368 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration778 GLX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 13,368 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 12,932 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 12,438 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 12,131 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 11,649 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 11,154 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 110,358 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 109,208 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 8,087 miles

n/s handbrake reading poor

Pass 17 Oct 2016 106,724 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 105,688 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 4,620 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 1,990 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 1,504 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 748 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 99,558 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 99,117 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 98,617 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 97,764 miles

outer sills covered

Pass 6 Apr 2006 96,320 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?

Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,731
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
50,859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,833
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,426
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,585
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,976
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778 GLX is a 1990 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 49,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 24,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 778 GLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 36 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 778 GLX registered?

778 GLX is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 18 July 1990.

Is 778 GLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 778 GLX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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