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A288 FLL

1983 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,200 mi
Last recorded80,200 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA288 FLL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 80,200 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 79,625 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 79,050 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 77,448 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 75,652 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 72,111 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 70,626 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear service & parking brake needs adjustment

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 68,907 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Aug 2015 65,380 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 65,380 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 64,198 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 62,995 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 61,715 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 60,352 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 60,352 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 58,015 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 55,425 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing on inner wall

Pass 6 Sep 2008 53,486 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 53,486 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 51,934 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 50,836 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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A288 FLL is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A288 FLL, 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 A288 FLL registered?

A288 FLL is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 29 September 1983.

Is A288 FLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A288 FLL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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