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D28 MAD

1987 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,230 mi
Last recorded98,230 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD28 MAD
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 98,230 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 98,178 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 98,039 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 97,418 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 97,392 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 96,465 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 94,840 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 93,815 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 93,308 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 91,284 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 91,127 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

sill trims fitted

slight wear to steering column lower bush

Pass 5 Sep 2012 86,180 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 85,160 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 85,155 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 57,215 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 56,465 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 56,465 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

slight corrosion to floor and chassis

slight corrosion to floor to sill panels

slight corrosion to nearside front inner wing,(strut top area).

this vehicle has been lowered and outer sill panels are hidden by covers, the best possible test was carried out under these circumstances.

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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D28 MAD is a 1987 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 D28 MAD, 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 D28 MAD registered?

D28 MAD is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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