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A470 JCC

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

41,382 mi
Last recorded41,382 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA470 JCC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 41,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 41,331 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 41,310 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 41,244 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear brake pipes covered in a heavy coat of underseal preventing a thorough inspection (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Leak from the engine area at the rear, Dripping during test but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished and heavily cracked in the tread area but not enough to expose cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 41,004 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 41,004 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users petrol (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 40,853 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 40,760 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 40,578 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 40,438 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 40,353 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 40,258 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 40,217 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,923 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 37,267 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 35,588 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 34,887 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 33,964 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 33,014 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 32,363 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 32,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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A470 JCC is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 A470 JCC, 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 A470 JCC registered?

A470 JCC is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A470 JCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A470 JCC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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