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7 COS

1987 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,956 mi
Last recorded38,956 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 38,956 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 38,890 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 38,810 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 38,620 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 38,592 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 38,588 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 38,366 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 37,721 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,628 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 37,584 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 37,584 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 37,577 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 37,486 miles

rack gaiters perishing

wipers smeary

Fail 12 Aug 2015 37,486 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rack gaiters perishing

wipers smeary

Pass 24 Jul 2014 37,437 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 37,311 miles

atten handbrake

Fail 13 Aug 2013 37,304 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

atten handbrake

Pass 14 Jul 2012 37,300 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 37,248 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 37,175 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 37,099 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 36,935 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 36,693 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 36,405 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 35,177 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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7 COS is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 53,720 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 7 COS, 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 39 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 7 COS?

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What year was 7 COS registered?

7 COS is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 4 September 1987.

Is 7 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 COS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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