MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
5,455 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
both front bottom balljoint rubbers perished and split
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
both front bottom balljoint rubbers perished and split
How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?
Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.
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B981 XVW is a 1984 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1984 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 45,902 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 B981 XVW, 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 42 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of B981 XVW?
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What year was B981 XVW registered?
B981 XVW is a 1984 Ford Sierra, first registered on 21 December 1984.
Is B981 XVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for B981 XVW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B981 XVW have outstanding finance?
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