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A23 NPU

1983 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,734 mi
Last recorded55,734 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 NPU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 55,734 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 55,143 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 54,364 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 53,613 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 52,706 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 51,137 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 May 2017 49,663 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 47,567 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 45,432 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2014 42,711 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 38,960 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 38,903 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 15 May 2012 34,820 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 May 2011 30,034 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 25,224 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 21 May 2009 19,372 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 12,836 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,277 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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A23 NPU is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 A23 NPU, 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 A23 NPU registered?

A23 NPU is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 23 August 1983.

Is A23 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 NPU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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