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D459 WVL

1987 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

82,686 mi
Last recorded82,686 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD459 WVL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 82,686 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 82,634 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 82,460 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 82,344 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 82,186 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 82,123 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 81,969 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 81,893 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 81,885 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 81,670 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 81,670 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 81,529 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 81,529 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 81,459 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 81,299 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 81,299 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 80,818 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 79,771 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 79,617 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 76,600 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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D459 WVL is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 D459 WVL, 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 D459 WVL registered?

D459 WVL is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 18 March 1987.

Is D459 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D459 WVL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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