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D475 HOW

1987 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,718 mi
Last recorded86,718 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD475 HOW
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 86,718 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 86,273 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 86,219 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 85,672 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 85,137 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 84,454 miles

slight play in column

Pass 2 Jun 2012 84,045 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

slight play in steering column

steering rack slightly damp

Pass 19 May 2011 83,890 miles

rack damp

slight bind rear brakes

slight play in column

Pass 19 May 2009 82,111 miles

rack damp

very slight bind n/s/f brake

Pass 13 May 2008 81,983 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 80,686 miles

slight play in column †rack damp

Fail 3 May 2007 80,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

slight play in column †rack damp

Pass 27 Apr 2006 77,440 miles

oil leak

slight bind on n/s/f

steering rack damp

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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D475 HOW is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 D475 HOW, 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 D475 HOW registered?

D475 HOW is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 3 April 1987.

Is D475 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D475 HOW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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