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B123 TDH

1985 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,933 mi
Last recorded58,933 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB123 TDH
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 58,933 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 58,522 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 57,902 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 56,582 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 56,222 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 54,988 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 53,930 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 52,417 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 49,979 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 48,346 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 46,768 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 45,291 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 43,040 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 40,376 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 38,450 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 35,995 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 33,055 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 28,441 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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B123 TDH is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 B123 TDH, 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 B123 TDH registered?

B123 TDH is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 17 June 1985.

Is B123 TDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B123 TDH shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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