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A452 CDL

1983 Ford Sierra

Brown Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,240 mi
Last recorded14,240 miles
Recorded on30 May 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA452 CDL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2007 14,240 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 14,240 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 9,818 miles

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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A452 CDL is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Brown with a 1,993cc 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 A452 CDL, 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 A452 CDL?

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What year was A452 CDL registered?

A452 CDL is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 23 December 1983.

Is A452 CDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A452 CDL 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.

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