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A657 KND

1983 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,308 mi
Last recorded142,308 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA657 KND
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 142,308 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 142,307 miles

Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 141,469 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 140,002 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 137,301 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 132,830 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 124,760 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 116,264 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 8,768 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 8,768 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 1,319 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 93,500 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 88,743 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 88,743 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 83,843 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 78,348 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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A657 KND is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A657 KND, 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 A657 KND registered?

A657 KND is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 25 October 1983.

Is A657 KND safe to buy?

The MOT history for A657 KND shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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