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F862 RLC

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,146 mi
Last recorded69,146 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF862 RLC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 69,146 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 69,145 miles

Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 69,019 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 68,913 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

o/s/rear inner sill slight corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2020 68,570 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 68,362 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 68,362 miles

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 68,134 miles

Coolant leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 67,911 miles

Body has slight corrosion o/s/r body seal (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Sep 2016 67,652 miles

Oil leak engine and gearbox ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 67,487 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 67,487 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 67,332 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on innside edge

Pass 4 Sep 2013 67,003 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 66,476 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 66,058 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Aug 2011 66,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 65,602 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight movement in bottom steering coloum bush

Pass 25 Aug 2009 65,217 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 64,976 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 64,976 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 64,287 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 64,287 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 62,142 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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F862 RLC is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F862 RLC, 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

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What year was F862 RLC registered?

F862 RLC is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 22 March 1989.

Is F862 RLC safe to buy?

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