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A308 OWC

1983 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

663 mi
Last recorded663 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA308 OWC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 663 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 629 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 628 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 565 miles

cracking on all tyres

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Fail 14 Jul 2017 565 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

cracking on all tyres

slight imbalance on rear brakes

split pin missing on o/s track rod end

Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,341 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 224 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 99,745 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 99,421 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 99,400 miles

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

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

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

Offside 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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A308 OWC is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A308 OWC, 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 A308 OWC registered?

A308 OWC is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 3 November 1983.

Is A308 OWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A308 OWC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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