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D26 WRD

1987 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,152 mi
Last recorded36,152 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD26 WRD
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 36,152 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 36,152 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 36,081 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 36,013 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 35,037 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 34,578 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 34,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 34,410 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 34,203 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 34,022 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 33,730 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 33,366 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 32,917 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 32,104 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 30,417 miles

n/s/f brake slightly binding

Pass 3 Jan 2009 30,394 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 30,394 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 26,157 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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D26 WRD is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 D26 WRD, 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.

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What year was D26 WRD registered?

D26 WRD is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 6 February 1987.

Is D26 WRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D26 WRD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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