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F51 TAD

1989 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,999 mi
Last recorded19,999 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF51 TAD
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 19,999 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2025 19,889 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 19,532 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 18,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 17,968 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 16,899 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 16,092 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 15,341 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 14,289 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 13,468 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 12,850 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 12,763 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 12,063 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 12,045 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s rear floor corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2007 9,950 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,693 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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F51 TAD is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 F51 TAD, 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 F51 TAD registered?

F51 TAD is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 20 January 1989.

Is F51 TAD safe to buy?

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