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C432 XBJ

1986 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,506 mi
Last recorded23,506 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC432 XBJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 23,506 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 22,914 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 22,419 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 20,734 miles

Nearside Rear sill in poor condition

Pass 24 Nov 2021 18,531 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 17,620 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased, etc (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 May 2019 16,599 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 14,686 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2017 10,600 miles

Offside wing not supported at sill

Pass 12 May 2016 7,038 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 6,382 miles

Offside front wing corrosion

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2014 5,847 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak from engine/gearbox

Pass 31 May 2013 5,250 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 5,246 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 4,522 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 3,402 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 3,400 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 18 May 2010 2,444 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 2,444 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 1,048 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 1,048 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 May 2008 600 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 99,084 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 99,804 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 16 May 2006 98,593 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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C432 XBJ is a 1986 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 C432 XBJ, 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 C432 XBJ registered?

C432 XBJ is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 19 June 1986.

Is C432 XBJ safe to buy?

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