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C39 FTM

1985 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,592 mi
Last recorded52,592 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC39 FTM
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 52,592 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 52,581 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 52,572 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 52,563 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 52,558 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2) DANGEROUS

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2012 52,549 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 52,533 miles

corrosion to rear suspension arms.

slight play in nearside front steering.

Fail 27 Apr 2011 52,533 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

corrosion to rear suspension arms.

slight play in nearside front steering.

Pass 30 Apr 2010 52,495 miles

slight corrosion to fuel pipes.

slight play in nearside front steering.

Pass 28 Apr 2009 52,210 miles

signs of corrosion to fuel pipe

signs of corrosion to rear closing sills

slight play in n/s/f track rod

Pass 28 Apr 2008 51,810 miles

signs of corrosion to fuel pipes

signs of corrosion to n/s o/s rear chassis

signs of corrosion to n/s/r o/s/r shoch absorber mounts

signs of corrosion to sills

signs of filler to o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 25 Apr 2007 51,428 miles

corrosion to front holding plates of rear sub-frame

play in steering column

pos. body filler in rear end of o/s outer body sill!

track control arms bushes "washers" may be fitted back to front!

tread low on both rear tyres

Pass 22 Apr 2006 50,924 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 50,915 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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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C39 FTM is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 C39 FTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C39 FTM registered?

C39 FTM is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 13 November 1985.

Is C39 FTM safe to buy?

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