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C5 COS

1991 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,168 mi
Last recorded7,168 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 1991 Ford Sierra48,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 7,168 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 7,164 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 7,179 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 7,154 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component likely to become detached arm ball joint insecure in hub (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2022 7,140 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 7,069 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 6,059 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 6,059 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 4,459 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 2,641 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 2,063 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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C5 COS is a 1991 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1991 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 48,914 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 C5 COS, 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 35 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 C5 COS registered?

C5 COS is a 1991 Ford Sierra, first registered on 18 September 1991.

Is C5 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 COS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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