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A241 ORN

1984 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,471 mi
Last recorded98,471 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1984 Ford Sierra45,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA241 ORN
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 98,471 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 May 2015 98,470 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 98,468 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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A241 ORN is a 1984 Ford Sierra in White with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 45,902 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 A241 ORN, 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 42 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 A241 ORN registered?

A241 ORN is a 1984 Ford Sierra, first registered on 23 March 1984.

Is A241 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A241 ORN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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