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A361 MEH

1983 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

97,612 mi
Last recorded97,612 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA361 MEH
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 97,612 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 97,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 84,946 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

advise front exhaust pipes slightly corroded and damaged

Fail 26 Jan 2015 84,926 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

front offside and nearside shock absorbers soft in operation

Pass 5 Apr 2013 81,643 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2013 81,638 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 41,508 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010
Fail 11 Aug 2010

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 37,276 miles

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 37,276 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 36,770 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 36,770 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

oil light stays on

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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A361 MEH is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 A361 MEH, 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.

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What year was A361 MEH registered?

A361 MEH is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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