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A763 VOB

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

5,696 mi
Last recorded5,696 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA763 VOB
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 5,696 miles

Offside Front sill corroded but ok.

Pass 30 May 2022 3,291 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 3,256 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 3,256 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 5 Nov 2019 3,236 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

underbody surface rust

Pass 25 Sep 2017 3,184 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 3,019 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 2,906 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 2,600 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 2,102 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 1,684 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 1,396 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 770 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 362 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 99,389 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 98,471 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 97,083 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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A763 VOB is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A763 VOB, 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.

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What year was A763 VOB registered?

A763 VOB is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 30 August 1983.

Is A763 VOB safe to buy?

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