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A184 OTW

1983 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

4,066 mi
Last recorded4,066 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA184 OTW
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 4,066 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 4,061 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 3,777 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2014 1,710 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 99,539 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 98,587 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 95,986 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Aug 2010 95,986 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2009 92,625 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 92,625 miles

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

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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A184 OTW is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1983 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,186 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A184 OTW, 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 43 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 A184 OTW registered?

A184 OTW is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 27 September 1983.

Is A184 OTW safe to buy?

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