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B271 CJW

1985 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,616 mi
Last recorded90,616 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB271 CJW
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 90,616 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,569 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 88,996 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

front to rear brake pipe clips worn

n/s/r brake slight sticking

Pass 18 Sep 2014 88,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

front to rear brake pipe clips worn

n/s/r brake slight sticking

Fail 19 Aug 2014 88,688 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

POWER STEARING DISCONETED

NO REAR SEATS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 12 Jun 2013 87,436 miles

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

emissions fluctuating

Pass 28 Jun 2012 86,340 miles

bad earth n/s/r,

hazard s.w sticking

o/s/f brake pad warning sensor loose,

Fail 28 Jun 2012 86,340 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

bad earth n/s/r,

hazard s.w sticking

o/s/f brake pad warning sensor loose,

Pass 20 Oct 2008 86,016 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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B271 CJW is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B271 CJW, 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 B271 CJW registered?

B271 CJW is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B271 CJW safe to buy?

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