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F601 MCA

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,928 mi
Last recorded38,928 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF601 MCA
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 38,928 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 38,705 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 38,452 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 38,402 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,421 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,749 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 35,983 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 34,953 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 34,310 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 34,303 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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F601 MCA is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F601 MCA, 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 F601 MCA?

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What year was F601 MCA registered?

F601 MCA is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F601 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F601 MCA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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