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A249 LKH

1983 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,526 mi
Last recorded10,526 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA249 LKH
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 10,526 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 8,332 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 8,319 miles

Emissions not tested due to engine starting to over heat (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel pipe insecure and fowling nearside steering rack boot (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced off and nearside outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength off and nearside outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 6,943 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 4,589 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 2,741 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 346 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 97,106 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 94,681 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 92,784 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 89,734 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 86,444 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 80,989 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 78,583 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 74,355 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 70,500 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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A249 LKH is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A249 LKH, 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.

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What year was A249 LKH registered?

A249 LKH is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A249 LKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A249 LKH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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