MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,614 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?
Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C23 COS is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1990 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 49,918 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 C23 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 36 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 C23 COS?
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What year was C23 COS registered?
C23 COS is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1990.
Is C23 COS safe to buy?
The MOT history for C23 COS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C23 COS have outstanding finance?
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