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G205 KNV

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,038 mi
Last recorded44,038 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2011
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG205 KNV
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2011 44,038 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded on surfaces

Moisture in rear lights

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

Slight play in steering column lower bush

Unable to spin all wheels to check wheel bearings due to vehicle design characteristics

Underbody covered in underseal

Fail 28 Jul 2011 44,037 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Play in steering column lower bush

Track control arm compliance bushes slightly worn

Vehicle underbody covered in underseal at time of test

Pass 1 Dec 2010 43,653 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 43,653 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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G205 KNV is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 G205 KNV, 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 G205 KNV registered?

G205 KNV is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 7 November 1989.

Is G205 KNV safe to buy?

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