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C1 COS

1992 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,080 mi
Last recorded41,080 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 1992 Ford Sierra48,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 41,080 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 40,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 37,633 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 35,340 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 30,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,690 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 18,565 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

sills covered

Pass 12 Feb 2014 13,337 miles

sills covered

Pass 1 Feb 2013 9,440 miles

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

sills covered

Fail 19 Dec 2011 4,624 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

sills covered

Pass 19 Dec 2011 4,624 miles

sills covered

Pass 17 Dec 2010 452 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 96,009 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 90,846 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 87,587 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 82,331 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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C1 COS is a 1992 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1992 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 48,936 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 C1 COS, 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 34 years old, this Ford Sierra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C1 COS registered?

C1 COS is a 1992 Ford Sierra, first registered on 11 May 1992.

Is C1 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C1 COS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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