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F49 UNP

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,949 mi
Last recorded84,949 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF49 UNP
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 84,949 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 84,949 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 84,918 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 84,664 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 84,280 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 83,765 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 82,633 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 81,057 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front & rear no plates begining to fade

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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F49 UNP is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F49 UNP, 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

How do I check the history of F49 UNP?

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What year was F49 UNP registered?

F49 UNP is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 3 March 1989.

Is F49 UNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F49 UNP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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