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E20 BRS

1988 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,983 mi
Last recorded87,983 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE20 BRS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 May 2025 87,983 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 87,589 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 87,124 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 86,704 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 85,811 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 85,078 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 84,354 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 82,205 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 81,133 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 80,346 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 76,982 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 76,609 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 76,362 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 76,003 miles

slight brake bind on nsr

slight play in osf wheel bearing

Pass 2 Jun 2007 74,862 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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E20 BRS is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E20 BRS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E20 BRS registered?

E20 BRS is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 7 June 1988.

Is E20 BRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E20 BRS shows 15 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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