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A605 GTJ

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,898 mi
Last recorded97,898 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA605 GTJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 97,898 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 97,708 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle heaverly undersealed

Pass 15 Aug 2017 97,275 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion cill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear light unit

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion cill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 96,878 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 96,093 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 96,093 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2014 95,222 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 94,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

general under body corrosion

offside and nearside font corrosion

offside front seat

under body has been welded

Fail 9 Aug 2013 94,317 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

general under body corrosion

offside and nearside font corrosion

offside front seat

under body has been welded

Pass 11 Aug 2012 93,772 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear bumper insecure

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

general under body corrosion

welds under body and under car

Pass 10 Aug 2011 93,137 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

general under body corrosion

welds under bonnet and under body of car

Pass 7 Aug 2010 92,885 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 92,631 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 92,452 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 92,087 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 92,076 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 91,300 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 91,300 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 90,896 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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A605 GTJ is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A605 GTJ, 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 A605 GTJ registered?

A605 GTJ is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 9 August 1983.

Is A605 GTJ safe to buy?

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