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A313 ESC

1984 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,571 mi
Last recorded19,571 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Ford Sierra45,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA313 ESC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 19,571 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 19,386 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 19,269 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 19,244 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 19,232 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 19,182 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 19,087 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 19,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 18,863 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 18,797 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 18,797 miles

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 18,735 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 18,732 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 18,419 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 18,419 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,697 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 16,172 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 15,879 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 14,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

radiator in poor condition

Fail 21 Jun 2008 14,924 miles

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

Offside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

radiator in poor condition

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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A313 ESC is a 1984 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1984 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 45,902 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 A313 ESC, 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 42 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 A313 ESC registered?

A313 ESC is a 1984 Ford Sierra, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A313 ESC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A313 ESC shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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