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A34 SCW

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,010 mi
Last recorded90,010 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA34 SCW
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2007 90,010 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 86,301 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 86,301 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A34 SCW is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A34 SCW, 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

How do I check the history of A34 SCW?

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What year was A34 SCW registered?

A34 SCW is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 13 September 1983.

Is A34 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A34 SCW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A34 SCW have outstanding finance?

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