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F348 NKX

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,387 mi
Last recorded64,387 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF348 NKX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 64,387 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 64,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 64,346 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering locking device missing split pin missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded foot well (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working cover missing (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering locking device insecure track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear seats missing

Pass 30 Oct 2013 61,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 53,688 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 48,147 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 48,007 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 40,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 38,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 37,917 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 32,095 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 29,305 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 17,994 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 117,984 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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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F348 NKX is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 49,183 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 F348 NKX, 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 37 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F348 NKX is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 14 March 1989.

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