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D255 YAP

1987 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,780 mi
Last recorded24,780 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD255 YAP
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 24,780 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 24,764 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 24,632 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 24,405 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 24,229 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 23,969 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 23,688 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 23,479 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 23,400 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 23,262 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 23,198 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner door sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 22,687 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 22,111 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 21,519 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 20,917 miles

slight fluid weep around nearside steering rack gaitor

Pass 13 Aug 2011 20,420 miles

oil leak under vehicle

Fail 14 Jun 2010 19,694 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 19,694 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,472 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 15,923 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 13,871 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 11,979 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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D255 YAP is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D255 YAP, 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 D255 YAP registered?

D255 YAP is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 6 May 1987.

Is D255 YAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D255 YAP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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