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B700 XUC

1985 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,762 mi
Last recorded58,762 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB700 XUC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 58,762 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 58,689 miles

Nearside Front beam image weak

Nearside Rear handbrake effort lower than expected

Pass 7 Aug 2023 58,647 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 58,542 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 58,159 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 57,531 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear pipes greased ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective advise replacment (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2014 57,513 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front wheel bearings slight noise

Pass 13 Dec 2013 57,492 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front wheel bearings slight noise

Pass 18 Dec 2012 56,640 miles

slight noise to front bearings

Pass 8 Dec 2011 56,625 miles

slight noise to front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Jul 2010 55,319 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2009 55,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 55,213 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 55,179 miles

Petrol pipes some corrosion at nearside front

Pass 21 Jun 2006 54,986 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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B700 XUC is a 1985 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B700 XUC, 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 B700 XUC registered?

B700 XUC is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 14 January 1985.

Is B700 XUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B700 XUC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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