MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,371 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
slight play nearside of rack
under car corrosion
An item not tested (Manual)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
slight play nearside of rack
under car corrosion
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?
Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C247 FGP is a 1985 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 C247 FGP, 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 C247 FGP registered?
C247 FGP is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 29 August 1985.
Is C247 FGP safe to buy?
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