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A976 PHJ

1983 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,459 mi
Last recorded68,459 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2008
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA976 PHJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2008 68,459 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 20 Oct 2008 68,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Semaphore indicator tell tale missing (1.4.C.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 60,405 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 57,553 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 56,867 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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A976 PHJ is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A976 PHJ, 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 A976 PHJ registered?

A976 PHJ is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 21 December 1983.

Is A976 PHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A976 PHJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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