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A896 DCD

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,131 mi
Last recorded33,131 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2006
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA896 DCD
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2006 33,131 miles

advise nearside front seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Oct 2006 33,131 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 68,339 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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A896 DCD is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A896 DCD, 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 A896 DCD registered?

A896 DCD is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 15 December 1983.

Is A896 DCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A896 DCD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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