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A888 NHJ

1983 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,466 mi
Last recorded57,466 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA888 NHJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 57,466 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 57,070 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 56,793 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 56,708 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 56,485 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 56,091 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 55,525 miles

o/s rack gaiter cracking

slight play in rack o/s

slight play in steering column

Pass 9 Mar 2016 55,109 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 54,940 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 54,653 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2014 54,653 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2013 54,286 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 54,059 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 53,817 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 53,398 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 53,398 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 52,429 miles

minor exhaust blow on input side rear silencer

right hand centre silencer strapped with exhaust bandage (not blowing at present moment)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 51,957 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 51,314 miles

left hand front tyre worn to 2m.m. on inner shoulder

Fail 5 Mar 2007 51,314 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

frint brake pads worn low

left hand front tyre worn to 2m.m on outer shoulder and hase suface cracks on outer wall

left hand rear tyre has suface cracks on inner and outer walls

right hand rear tyre worn to 2m.m. on inner shoulder

Pass 17 Mar 2006 50,531 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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A888 NHJ is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A888 NHJ, 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 A888 NHJ registered?

A888 NHJ is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A888 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A888 NHJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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