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F981 UFL

1989 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,152 mi
Last recorded14,152 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF981 UFL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 14,152 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 14,123 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 14,114 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 14,105 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 14,070 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 13,992 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 13,963 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 11,619 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 9,840 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 7,880 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 5,212 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 27,735 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 1,340 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 99,763 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 98,913 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 98,093 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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F981 UFL is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F981 UFL, 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 F981 UFL registered?

F981 UFL is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 5 January 1989.

Is F981 UFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F981 UFL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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