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D47 COS

1990 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,635 mi
Last recorded5,635 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD47 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 5,635 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 5,572 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 5,565 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 5,553 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 5,551 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 5,549 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 5,544 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 4,818 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 4,789 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 4,786 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 4,785 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 4,784 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 4,290 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 4,290 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 4,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 4,256 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 May 2009 2,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2008 1,873 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 97,151 miles

all four tyres worn slightly on inside edges

Pass 20 May 2006 92,207 miles

Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

n/s/f inner main beam head light reflector going dull

n/s/r passenger door will not open from outside?

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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D47 COS is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 49,918 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 D47 COS, 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 36 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 D47 COS registered?

D47 COS is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 4 December 1990.

Is D47 COS safe to buy?

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