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B310 XOW

1985 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,277 mi
Last recorded29,277 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB310 XOW
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 29,277 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 29,110 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 28,905 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 28,678 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 22,119 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 22,119 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

early signs of corrosion on rear trailing arm mount brackets

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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B310 XOW is a 1985 Ford Sierra in White with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B310 XOW, 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 B310 XOW registered?

B310 XOW is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B310 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B310 XOW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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