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A19 LUT

1988 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,385 mi
Last recorded93,385 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 LUT
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 93,385 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 89,997 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 87,738 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 86,399 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2012 85,828 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 85,776 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 84,195 miles

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

both front coil springs starting to corrode

offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

slight play in steering rack

some blue smoke emitted from exhaust.(emissions close to limit)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 81,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

brake fluid level a bit low

dampness around brake fluid reservoir/a.b.s actuator.(possible leak)

slight play in offside steering arm

Fail 30 Apr 2008 76,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

blows some blue smoke om start up(rebuilt engine)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 76,978 miles

blows some blue smoke om start up(rebuilt engine)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 67,611 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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A19 LUT is a 1988 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,526 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 A19 LUT, 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 38 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A19 LUT registered?

A19 LUT is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is A19 LUT safe to buy?

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