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G235 PKJ

1989 Ford Sierra

Grey Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

85,419 mi
Last recorded85,419 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2007
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG235 PKJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2007 85,419 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 83,343 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 83,341 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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G235 PKJ is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 G235 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.

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What year was G235 PKJ registered?

G235 PKJ is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G235 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G235 PKJ shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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