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F356 RPV

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,793 mi
Last recorded93,793 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2009
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF356 RPV
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2009 93,793 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nearside wiper end split

rear number plate cracked

Fail 9 Dec 2009 93,792 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

interior mirror missing

nearside wiper end split

rear number plate cracked

Pass 15 Dec 2008 89,640 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2008 89,559 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 83,676 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 83,606 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front brake flexis starting to crack

interior mirror missing

Pass 6 Jan 2007 73,587 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 60,054 miles

o/s and n/s front brake hose ferrules rusty

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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F356 RPV is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 F356 RPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F356 RPV registered?

F356 RPV is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F356 RPV safe to buy?

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