MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,459 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
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)
How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?
Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.
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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.
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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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