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D599 OKM

1987 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,078 mi
Last recorded86,078 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Sierra53,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD599 OKM
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 86,078 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 86,010 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 85,869 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 85,863 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements display white, grey or silver characters on a black background – only on vehicles manufactured before 1 January 1978 (0.1 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap seal ovalled, not maintaining sealing arrangement (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel, hits top of centre console (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements display white, grey or silver characters on a black background – only on vehicles manufactured before 1 January 1978 (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted rubbing on hub (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jul 2017 85,370 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 85,109 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 May 2014 84,868 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 84,630 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 84,059 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 81,506 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 79,347 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 79,347 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 77,221 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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D599 OKM 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 84.6%.

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 D599 OKM, 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 D599 OKM registered?

D599 OKM is a 1987 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D599 OKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D599 OKM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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