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A950 HVC

1983 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 4950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,345 mi
Last recorded25,345 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA950 HVC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,950cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,345 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 25,335 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

no rear seat belts /roll cage fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 23,219 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 22,935 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 22,621 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 22,373 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 21,391 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010
Pass 2 May 2009 18,444 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 18,444 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 18,089 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 17,222 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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A950 HVC is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Red with a 4,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A950 HVC, 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 A950 HVC registered?

A950 HVC is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 21 September 1983.

Is A950 HVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A950 HVC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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