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B16 COS

1991 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,555 mi
Last recorded50,555 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1991 Ford Sierra48,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2022 50,555 miles

o/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2021 50,401 miles

o/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2020 50,379 miles

o/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2019 49,800 miles

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2018 48,795 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 48,338 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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B16 COS is a 1991 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 48,914 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 B16 COS, 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 35 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B16 COS?

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What year was B16 COS registered?

B16 COS is a 1991 Ford Sierra, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is B16 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 COS shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B16 COS have outstanding finance?

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