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DLX 63Y

1983 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,123 mi
Last recorded29,123 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLX 63Y
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2007 29,123 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

STRONG ADVISORY. PETROL TANK HEAVILY CORRODED AND DAMP?

both rear brake hose ferrules corroding

n/s rear wheel arch corroded

o/s rear brake effort fluctuating

slight roughness both front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Nov 2006 28,230 miles

both rear brake readings fluctuating

n/s rear wheel arch/sill area slight corrosion

n/srear boot floor corroded

nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil

slight roughness n/s front wheel bearing

Fail 1 Nov 2006 28,227 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

both rear brake readings fluctuating

n/s rear boot floor corroded

n/s rear wheel arch area/sill slight corrosion

slight roughness n/s front wheel bearing

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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DLX 63Y is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 48,186 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 DLX 63Y, 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 43 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 DLX 63Y registered?

DLX 63Y is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 29 April 1983.

Is DLX 63Y safe to buy?

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