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F885 LWC

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,177 mi
Last recorded20,177 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF885 LWC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 20,177 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 20,168 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 20,148 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 19,991 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 19,991 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2021 19,276 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 18,413 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 17,405 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 16,340 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 15,027 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 13,770 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 12,513 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 11,544 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 10,649 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 10,304 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 9,542 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 8,723 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 7,893 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 7,027 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 7,027 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 5,976 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 5,175 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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F885 LWC is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F885 LWC, 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 F885 LWC registered?

F885 LWC is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 16 January 1989.

Is F885 LWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F885 LWC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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