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C586 ATR

1986 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,724 mi
Last recorded61,724 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC586 ATR
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 61,724 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 61,718 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 61,618 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 61,308 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 60,650 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 59,725 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Oct 2015 59,084 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 59,084 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 58,912 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 58,343 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 58,111 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 57,695 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 56,905 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 55,772 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 54,297 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 51,872 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 49,261 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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C586 ATR is a 1986 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C586 ATR, 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 C586 ATR registered?

C586 ATR is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 25 February 1986.

Is C586 ATR safe to buy?

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