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DBZ 596

1991 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

408 mi
Last recorded408 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Ford Sierra48,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBZ 596
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 408 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 98,186 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 98,183 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced backing sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 96,376 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 96,347 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 96,337 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively forward uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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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DBZ 596 is a 1991 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 48,914 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 DBZ 596, 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 35 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 DBZ 596 registered?

DBZ 596 is a 1991 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is DBZ 596 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBZ 596 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DBZ 596 have outstanding finance?

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