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E111 TBA

1988 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

464 mi
Last recorded464 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE111 TBA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 464 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 84,232 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

both front track control arm bushes have signs of wear

lower steering column bush worn

nearside track rod end has a slight play

signs of corrosion of front floor

signs of perishing of both front brake hoses

some wear in steering rack

Fail 27 Feb 2007 84,205 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Both front track control arm bushes have signs of wear.

Lower steering column bush worn.

Signs of corrosion of front floors.

Signs of perishing of both front brake hoses.

Some wear in steering rack.

Pass 1 Mar 2006 78,197 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 78,185 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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E111 TBA is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,526 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 E111 TBA, 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 38 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E111 TBA registered?

E111 TBA is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E111 TBA safe to buy?

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