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C521 AVF

1986 Ford Sierra

Bronze Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,466 mi
Last recorded42,466 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC521 AVF
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 42,466 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 42,162 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 190 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 38,935 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 38,736 miles

o/s/r brake hanging on

slight play in bottom s/column bush in bulkhead

Pass 3 Dec 2009 38,316 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 38,316 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 37,722 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 37,203 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 36,430 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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C521 AVF is a 1986 Ford Sierra in Bronze with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C521 AVF, 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 C521 AVF registered?

C521 AVF is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 2 January 1986.

Is C521 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C521 AVF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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