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D218 GHT

1987 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,878 mi
Last recorded66,878 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD218 GHT
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2011 66,878 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 65,523 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 63,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 May 2008 62,160 miles

n/s/f inner wing corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2006 59,176 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 56,684 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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D218 GHT is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 53,720 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 D218 GHT, 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 39 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 D218 GHT registered?

D218 GHT is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D218 GHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D218 GHT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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