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F820 AJK

1989 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,030 mi
Last recorded96,030 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF820 AJK
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 96,030 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 94,821 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 93,744 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 93,729 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

rear silencer clamp missing

Pass 21 Jul 2010 89,996 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 86,119 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front and offside rear tyres going bald on inner and outer edges

Pass 16 Jul 2008 84,253 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 79,223 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 73,827 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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F820 AJK is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 2,933cc 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 F820 AJK, 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 F820 AJK registered?

F820 AJK is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 17 March 1989.

Is F820 AJK safe to buy?

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