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B904 YTA

1985 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,408 mi
Last recorded18,408 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2014
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB904 YTA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2014 18,408 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Brakes slightly spongy.

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Dec 2014 18,408 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Brakes slightly spongy.

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 18,096 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 17,872 miles

front + rear registration plates deteriorated.

mid + rear exhaust corroded.

o/s/f inner brake pad backing bonding failed.

o/s/r + n/s/r inner sills corroded.

Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,629 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 17,629 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 17,153 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 16,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

mid and rear exhaust corroded

o/s/f,o/s/r and n/s/r tyres perished and split.

part of carb missing, possible fire hazzard.

Pass 10 Apr 2006 16,051 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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B904 YTA is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B904 YTA, 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 B904 YTA registered?

B904 YTA is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 24 May 1985.

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