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C8 SVG

1992 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,301 mi
Last recorded19,301 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 1992 Ford Sierra48,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 SVG
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 19,301 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 19,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fuel lines rusty

Pass 28 Mar 2014 16,482 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 10,135 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 4,305 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 2,453 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 99,863 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 97,287 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 97,287 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 95,562 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jan 2008 95,559 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 93,859 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 93,859 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 90,636 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 90,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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C8 SVG is a 1992 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 48,936 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 C8 SVG, 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 34 years old, this Ford Sierra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C8 SVG registered?

C8 SVG is a 1992 Ford Sierra, first registered on 10 December 1992.

Is C8 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 SVG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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