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F698 RHM

1989 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,345 mi
Last recorded78,345 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF698 RHM
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 78,345 miles

slight corrosion nearside rear inner sill

Pass 20 Nov 2013 78,305 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 78,134 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 77,989 miles

both front wipers leaving slight smear

n/s/front tyre sidewall damage cords not exposed

Pass 26 Jun 2009 77,914 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 77,712 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 77,712 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 75,826 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 75,746 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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F698 RHM is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F698 RHM, 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 F698 RHM registered?

F698 RHM is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is F698 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F698 RHM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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