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C442 UAD

1985 Ford Sierra

Red Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,498 mi
Last recorded90,498 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC442 UAD
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 90,498 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear cv gaiters deteriorated

Pass 11 Mar 2011 85,261 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 77,992 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009 77,992 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 76,815 miles

Both front windscreen wiper blades slightly worn.

Both rear inner sills corroding,may require attention for next MOT.

Both rear tyres slightly perished and wearing edges.

Diesel injector leak off hoses wet.

Front registration plate cracked.

Oil leak

Signs of slight radiator leak.

Pass 4 Jul 2006 76,089 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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C442 UAD is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C442 UAD, 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 C442 UAD registered?

C442 UAD is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 13 August 1985.

Is C442 UAD safe to buy?

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