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C85 SRP

1986 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,714 mi
Last recorded30,714 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC85 SRP
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 30,714 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 30,714 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 30,429 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair brake pedal has long travel (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 25 Sep 2023 30,428 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair brake pedal has long travel (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 30,053 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 30,053 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 29,475 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 28,538 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,502 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 28,409 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 28,283 miles

offside front wing slight insecure

oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2007 27,943 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 27,379 miles

FRONT WIPER SLIGHTY SMEARING SCREEN †

OIL LEAK

SINGLE BRAKE LINE TO REAR

SLIGHTY PLAY IN BOTTOM STEERING COLOUM BUSH

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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C85 SRP is a 1986 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 C85 SRP, 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

How do I check the history of C85 SRP?

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What year was C85 SRP registered?

C85 SRP is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is C85 SRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C85 SRP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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