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DTA 455Y

1983 Ford Sierra

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,171 mi
Last recorded86,171 miles
Recorded on9 May 2009
Typical for 1983 Ford Sierra48,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTA 455Y
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 May 2009 86,171 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2008 86,156 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 86,148 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 86,140 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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DTA 455Y is a 1983 Ford Sierra in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DTA 455Y, 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 DTA 455Y registered?

DTA 455Y is a 1983 Ford Sierra, first registered on 14 January 1983.

Is DTA 455Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTA 455Y shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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