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A33 OYA

1983 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,572 mi
Last recorded47,572 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA33 OYA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 47,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2006 47,434 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT RUSTING AND GROVED

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

REAR WIPER SPLIT

Fail 28 Sep 2006 47,434 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

CARS BEEN STOOD LONG TIME UNDER BODY NEEDS ATTENTION

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

REAR WIPER SPLIT AWAY

VERY BAD CLUTCH JUDER

Pass 8 Sep 2005 47,390 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 47,390 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

DRIVERS SEAT SLIGHT MOVMENT

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

OUTER SILLS COVERS FITTED .SILLS NOT CHECKED

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

SPARE TYRE MISSING

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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A33 OYA is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A33 OYA, 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 A33 OYA registered?

A33 OYA is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A33 OYA safe to buy?

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