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G229 PKJ

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,627 mi
Last recorded25,627 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG229 PKJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 25,627 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 25,575 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 25,349 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 25,200 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,177 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 124,459 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 23,317 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 23,317 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,885 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 13,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 11,547 miles

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 10,809 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

movement in steering rack mounting bush

Pass 10 Aug 2005 10,079 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2005 9,983 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nocking noise from steering colum

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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G229 PKJ is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G229 PKJ, 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 G229 PKJ registered?

G229 PKJ is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 26 August 1989.

Is G229 PKJ safe to buy?

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