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B320 XVH

1985 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,440 mi
Last recorded88,440 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB320 XVH
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 88,440 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 88,038 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 87,787 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 87,185 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 86,232 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2011 86,202 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 86,202 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (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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B320 XVH is a 1985 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 B320 XVH, 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 B320 XVH registered?

B320 XVH is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 30 January 1985.

Is B320 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B320 XVH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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