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A464 GCM

1983 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,500 mi
Last recorded85,500 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2010
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA464 GCM
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2010 85,500 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 85,485 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 May 2009 82,457 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 77,843 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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A464 GCM is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A464 GCM, 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 A464 GCM registered?

A464 GCM is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A464 GCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A464 GCM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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