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A306 RNW

1983 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,245 mi
Last recorded31,245 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA306 RNW
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 31,245 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 30,620 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 30,620 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 30,003 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 30,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,483 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 28,278 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2008 28,274 miles

Front Steering column universal joint deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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A306 RNW is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 A306 RNW, 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 A306 RNW registered?

A306 RNW is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A306 RNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A306 RNW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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