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D461 GSF

1987 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

90,770 mi
Last recorded90,770 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD461 GSF
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 90,770 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 90,747 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 90,712 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 90,376 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 90,339 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 90,131 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 90,111 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 90,038 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 89,806 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 89,770 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 89,723 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 89,391 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 88,873 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 88,004 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 91,409 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 90,091 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 78,645 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 78,633 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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D461 GSF is a 1987 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D461 GSF, 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 D461 GSF registered?

D461 GSF is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 7 May 1987.

Is D461 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D461 GSF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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