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F530 NBU

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,702 mi
Last recorded61,702 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2006
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF530 NBU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2006 61,702 miles

corrosion on r/brake pipes

exhaust down pipe cracked slight blow

f/tyres wearing low

power steering slight oil weeps

r/brake pads low

windscreen crack/chip

Fail 23 Jul 2005 61,645 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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F530 NBU is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F530 NBU, 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 F530 NBU?

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What year was F530 NBU registered?

F530 NBU is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 10 July 1989.

Is F530 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F530 NBU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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