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FVR 88V

1979 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,412 mi
Last recorded7,412 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVR 88V
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 7,412 miles

Heavily modified

Nearside Front Top mount has slight play

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2017 7,412 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2016 7,412 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 7,412 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 7,412 miles

rally prep track car converted

slight play offside front steering arm

Pass 31 Aug 2012 7,412 miles

slight play o/s drag link

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rally prep track car, heavely converted

Pass 10 Sep 2010 7,412 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 7,412 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 7,412 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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FVR 88V is a 1979 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FVR 88V, 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 47 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 FVR 88V registered?

FVR 88V is a 1979 Ford Sierra, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is FVR 88V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVR 88V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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