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D19 DCL

1991 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,446 mi
Last recorded14,446 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Ford Sierra48,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD19 DCL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 14,446 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on mirror ()

Fail 18 Oct 2025 14,446 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on mirror ()

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 13,138 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 13,136 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested All brakes excessively binding (1.2.1 (g))

Front Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 13,116 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

O/s and N/s front floor pans and inner sills, holed and corroded but not in prescribed areas

Rear tyres rubbing on wheel arch

Pass 9 Aug 2023 12,983 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 12,945 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 12,945 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 12,795 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 12,795 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 12,794 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Rear seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play Lower uj (2.2.2 (c))

Front Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel pump (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system On calliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 12,665 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 12,553 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 12,161 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 11,007 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 11,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 10,051 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 8,981 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 8,131 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 107,654 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 6,485 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

handbrake lever has travel

Pass 16 Jun 2009 6,239 miles

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 5,719 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

seat mounts on floors starting to rust

Pass 8 May 2007 5,119 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 5,056 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 3,180 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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D19 DCL is a 1991 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 D19 DCL, 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 D19 DCL registered?

D19 DCL is a 1991 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is D19 DCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D19 DCL shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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