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F499 LGU

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,717 mi
Last recorded87,717 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF499 LGU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 87,717 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 86,518 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 12 Jun 2012 86,518 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2011 85,284 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 83,621 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 83,617 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 81,901 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 91,901 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 81,276 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 77,075 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 73,746 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Offside Front Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

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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F499 LGU is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F499 LGU, 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 F499 LGU registered?

F499 LGU is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 19 January 1989.

Is F499 LGU safe to buy?

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