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C20 SYB

1988 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,751 mi
Last recorded34,751 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 SYB
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 34,751 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 34,515 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 34,329 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 34,325 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 34,068 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 33,693 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 33,474 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 33,335 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 32,941 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 32,148 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 31,954 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 31,768 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 31,619 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,452 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 31,157 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,795 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 30,340 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 29,867 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,492 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 41,347 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 39,257 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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C20 SYB is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,526 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 C20 SYB, 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 38 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 C20 SYB?

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What year was C20 SYB registered?

C20 SYB is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 6 December 1988.

Is C20 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 SYB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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