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C577 EMU

1985 Ford Sierra

Black Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,201 mi
Last recorded78,201 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2011
Typical for 1985 Ford Sierra52,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC577 EMU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2011 78,201 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 78,201 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 61,748 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 46,704 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sreering rack slight play

Fail 11 Dec 2008 39,102 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 39,102 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 31,055 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 21,833 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 21,833 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 15,803 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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C577 EMU is a 1985 Ford Sierra in Black with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 C577 EMU, 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 C577 EMU registered?

C577 EMU is a 1985 Ford Sierra, first registered on 17 December 1985.

Is C577 EMU safe to buy?

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