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B111 XFV

1985 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,578 mi
Last recorded45,578 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB111 XFV
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 45,578 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 45,416 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 45,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 45,246 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 44,908 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 44,646 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 44,523 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 44,268 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 43,314 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 42,903 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 41,959 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 40,827 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 39,073 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 38,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 38,036 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 37,847 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 37,552 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 37,094 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 36,376 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 35,537 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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B111 XFV is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,534 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 B111 XFV, 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 41 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 B111 XFV registered?

B111 XFV is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 28 February 1985.

Is B111 XFV safe to buy?

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