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D495 CFR

1987 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

62,668 mi
Last recorded62,668 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD495 CFR
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 62,668 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 62,580 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 62,407 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 62,345 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 62,046 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 61,997 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 61,989 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 61,944 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 61,786 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 61,786 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 60,125 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 60,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 60,100 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Dec 2012 60,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 59,990 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 59,777 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 59,713 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 59,713 miles

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 59,500 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 59,441 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 59,165 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 58,551 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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D495 CFR is a 1987 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 D495 CFR, 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 D495 CFR registered?

D495 CFR is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 4 March 1987.

Is D495 CFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D495 CFR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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