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F687 PLU

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,579 mi
Last recorded18,579 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF687 PLU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 18,579 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 18,570 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 17,749 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 17,704 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 14,846 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,920 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 11,920 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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F687 PLU is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F687 PLU, 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 F687 PLU registered?

F687 PLU is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 14 January 1989.

Is F687 PLU safe to buy?

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