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F417 TML

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

76,169 mi
Last recorded76,169 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF417 TML
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 76,169 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2018 72,332 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 67,597 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 64,843 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 62,902 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 60,486 miles

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

slight play track control arm outer bushes

Pass 10 May 2013 58,177 miles

slight play nearside and offside front outer track control arm bushes

Pass 5 May 2012 52,995 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 52,995 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 45,230 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 May 2010 36,041 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 27,861 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 20,160 miles

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

slight play nearside steering rack

Pass 23 May 2007 12,529 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 6,327 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 102,924 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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F417 TML is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 F417 TML, 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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What year was F417 TML registered?

F417 TML is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is F417 TML safe to buy?

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