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C308 PNL

1986 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,666 mi
Last recorded11,666 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC308 PNL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 11,666 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 8,655 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 7,778 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 7,686 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 7,647 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 7,383 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 7,379 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,815 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 6,294 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 6,294 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 5,294 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 3,944 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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C308 PNL is a 1986 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C308 PNL, 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.

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What year was C308 PNL registered?

C308 PNL is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 6 May 1986.

Is C308 PNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C308 PNL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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