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A269 MHK

1983 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

71,635 mi
Last recorded71,635 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA269 MHK
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 71,635 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 70,819 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 68,702 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 67,154 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 65,530 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 64,064 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 63,461 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 61,958 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 60,479 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 58,643 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 56,515 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 56,515 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 54,465 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,667 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 50,820 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 49,320 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

unable to check outer sills as vehucle has plastic covers

Fail 3 Sep 2011 49,320 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

unable to check outer sills as vehucle has plastic covers

Pass 6 Sep 2010 48,327 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 46,807 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 46,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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A269 MHK is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A269 MHK, 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 A269 MHK registered?

A269 MHK is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A269 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A269 MHK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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