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C253 LMA

1986 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC253 LMA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2020

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019
Pass 11 Mar 2017
Pass 13 Feb 2016
Pass 20 Jul 2013
Pass 14 Jul 2012
Pass 16 Jul 2011
Pass 23 Jun 2009
Fail 22 Jun 2009

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2008
Pass 9 May 2007
Pass 20 May 2006 74,231 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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C253 LMA is a 1986 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1986 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 57,627 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 C253 LMA, 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 40 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C253 LMA registered?

C253 LMA is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 4 April 1986.

Is C253 LMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C253 LMA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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