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C888 HYD

1986 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

109,481 mi
Last recorded109,481 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Ford Sierra57,627 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC888 HYD
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 109,481 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 108,031 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 106,457 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 106,456 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 105,150 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor oil leakage from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 102,987 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 102,259 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 101,671 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 99,677 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 98,680 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 96,890 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 95,784 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 95,079 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 92,342 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 90,530 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 88,031 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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C888 HYD is a 1986 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C888 HYD, 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 C888 HYD registered?

C888 HYD is a 1986 Ford Sierra, first registered on 8 July 1986.

Is C888 HYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C888 HYD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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