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F980 JRR

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,845 mi
Last recorded49,845 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2012
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF980 JRR
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2012 49,845 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

chassis corroded at rear

general corrosion floor to sill has been welded

play in nsf rackend

play in osf rackend

tailgate release button sloww to return

Fail 9 Feb 2012 49,845 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

play in osf rackend

play in nsf rackend

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

chassis corroded at rear

general corrosion floor to sill has been welded

tailgate release button sloww to return

Pass 15 Feb 2011 45,191 miles

corrosion on o/side and n/side a/ posts

corrosion on rear chassis legs

slight movement in o/side and n/side steering rack ends

Fail 8 Feb 2011 45,190 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

corrosion on o/side and n/side a/ posts

corrosion on rear chassis legs

slight movement in o/side and n/side steering rack ends

Pass 10 Feb 2010 39,185 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

floor to sill weakend by general corrosion

rear wheel arches corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2010 39,185 miles

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

floor to sill weakend by general corrosion

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2009 33,569 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2009 33,569 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 28,526 miles

both rear wheel arches corroded

corrosion on both rear chassis legs

o/side headlight pattern slightly diffused by moisture

slight damage to windscreen

Fail 13 Feb 2008 28,526 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

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

both rear wheel arches corroded

corrosion on both rear chassis legs

o/side headlight pattern slightly diffused by moisture

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 24 Jan 2007 25,475 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 25,475 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

corrosion on :-- rear wheel arches,n/side rear chassis leg and floor support panel,o/side front door,and sill panels

slight blow from front exhaust joint

Pass 15 Feb 2006 20,105 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 20,105 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2) DANGEROUS

corrosion on rear chassis legs

slight damage and stain on front number plate

the condition of n/side front torsion bar end is dangerouse for use

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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F980 JRR is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F980 JRR, 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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F980 JRR is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 28 February 1989.

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