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A947 PVX

1983 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,756 mi
Last recorded65,756 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2009
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA947 PVX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2009 65,756 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 65,756 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 65,756 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 65,756 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 65,756 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A947 PVX is a 1983 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A947 PVX, 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

How do I check the history of A947 PVX?

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What year was A947 PVX registered?

A947 PVX is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 14 December 1983.

Is A947 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A947 PVX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A947 PVX have outstanding finance?

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