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D310 TVX

1987 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

94,539 mi
Last recorded94,539 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD310 TVX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 94,539 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 93,353 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 93,309 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 93,280 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 93,221 miles

Front crossmember starting to corrode

Outer sills difficult to inspect due to covers

Pass 12 Sep 2018 93,193 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 93,126 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 92,871 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 92,538 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 92,239 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 92,153 miles

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

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 92,089 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 92,089 miles

Oil leak

n/s steering rack gaitor slightly perished

plastic sill covers fitted unable to access

power steering pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2010 92,089 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 91,685 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 91,442 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 90,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 90,151 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 89,347 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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D310 TVX is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 D310 TVX, 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 D310 TVX registered?

D310 TVX is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 8 January 1987.

Is D310 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D310 TVX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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