MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
85,220 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
o/s & n/s rear driveshaft boots perishing
slight perishing on o/s/f brake flexy hose
How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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D485 GEF is a 1987 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 D485 GEF, 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 D485 GEF registered?
D485 GEF is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 June 1987.
Is D485 GEF safe to buy?
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