MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,253 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
oil leak
speedometer not illuminated
oil leak
speedometer not illuminated
How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?
Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FRU 281Y is a 1982 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1982 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,432 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 FRU 281Y, 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 44 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of FRU 281Y?
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What year was FRU 281Y registered?
FRU 281Y is a 1982 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is FRU 281Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for FRU 281Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FRU 281Y have outstanding finance?
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