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G494 UAR

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,364 mi
Last recorded14,364 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG494 UAR
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 14,364 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 14,344 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 14,310 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 14,297 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 14,281 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 14,187 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 13,903 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 13,773 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 13,544 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 13,395 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 13,325 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 13,130 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 13,087 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 13,025 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 12,940 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 12,857 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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G494 UAR is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G494 UAR, 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 G494 UAR registered?

G494 UAR is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G494 UAR safe to buy?

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