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C117 XLO

1985 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,320 mi
Last recorded11,320 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC117 XLO
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2011 11,320 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

headlight diffusers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2010 10,890 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 10,570 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,921 miles

light surface corrosion spots on body

Pass 24 Jul 2007 9,108 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 8,767 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 7,052 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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C117 XLO is a 1985 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C117 XLO, 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.

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What year was C117 XLO registered?

C117 XLO is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C117 XLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C117 XLO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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