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A749 SDV

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,824 mi
Last recorded88,824 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2005
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA749 SDV
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2005 88,824 miles

nearside front wing damaged

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2005 88,824 miles

Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

nearside front wing damaged

offside rear wheel arch corroded

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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A749 SDV is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A749 SDV, 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 A749 SDV registered?

A749 SDV is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 6 October 1983.

Is A749 SDV safe to buy?

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