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A5 OOX

1983 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 OOX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2024

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 83,229 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 81,707 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 80,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 78,668 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 77,968 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 75,974 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/front tyre inner edge worn

o/s/front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 1 May 2013 74,793 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 74,793 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 73,554 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 72,595 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 71,390 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 69,046 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 67,744 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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A5 OOX is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A5 OOX, 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 A5 OOX registered?

A5 OOX is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A5 OOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 OOX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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