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B16 YBB

1988 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,342 mi
Last recorded80,342 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 YBB
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 80,342 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 79,700 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 79,121 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Apr 2013 77,644 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 77,381 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 77,244 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 76,715 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 72,909 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside headlamp aim on right hand limit

offside rear flex brake hose ferrule corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2007 72,909 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside headlamp aim on right hand limit

offside rear flex brake hose ferrule corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2006 71,138 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 68,004 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 YBB is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,526 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 YBB, 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 38 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 YBB registered?

B16 YBB is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is B16 YBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 YBB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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