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A282 HFA

1983 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

47,931 mi
Last recorded47,931 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA282 HFA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 47,931 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 47,059 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 45,798 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 45,798 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 44,156 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 39,792 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 39,792 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 35,641 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 35,641 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 31,150 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 30,956 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 30,860 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 30,528 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 30,181 miles

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 29,626 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Aug 2010 29,626 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,173 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 28,825 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 28,284 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 27,740 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 27,110 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2005 27,110 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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A282 HFA is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A282 HFA, 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 A282 HFA registered?

A282 HFA is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A282 HFA safe to buy?

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