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E231 LYK

1988 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,084 mi
Last recorded61,084 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 Ford Sierra51,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE231 LYK
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2007 61,084 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 60,942 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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E231 LYK is a 1988 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 E231 LYK, 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

How do I check the history of E231 LYK?

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What year was E231 LYK registered?

E231 LYK is a 1988 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E231 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E231 LYK shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E231 LYK have outstanding finance?

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