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C138 SSB

1985 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,421 mi
Last recorded90,421 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC138 SSB
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 90,421 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and fuel lines (1.1.11 (c))

rear seats and belts missing

Fail 23 Apr 2020 90,421 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel pipe union leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and fuel lines (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear seats and belts missing

Pass 1 May 2006 89,271 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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C138 SSB is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C138 SSB, 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

How do I check the history of C138 SSB?

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What year was C138 SSB registered?

C138 SSB is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C138 SSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C138 SSB 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.

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