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B16 PSJ

1987 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

98,380 mi
Last recorded98,380 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 PSJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 98,380 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 98,206 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 97,738 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 97,339 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 96,974 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 96,205 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 94,872 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 94,256 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 93,602 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 91,854 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 91,854 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Play in offside tie rod.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 90,025 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 89,571 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 89,273 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 87,576 miles

Nearside Outer Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 85,415 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 85,338 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 PSJ is a 1987 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1987 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 53,720 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 PSJ, 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 39 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 B16 PSJ registered?

B16 PSJ is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is B16 PSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 PSJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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