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A782 RYU

1983 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

101,007 mi
Last recorded101,007 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA782 RYU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 101,007 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 97,940 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 25 Apr 2018 97,938 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 3 Apr 2017 95,933 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 95,513 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2014

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2012 93,902 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 93,897 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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A782 RYU is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 A782 RYU, 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 A782 RYU registered?

A782 RYU is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A782 RYU safe to buy?

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