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G511 RGU

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,526 mi
Last recorded49,526 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG511 RGU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2010 49,526 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 46,143 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 41,538 miles

Front registration plate is slightly deteriorated.

Fail 4 Sep 2008 41,538 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate is slightly deteriorated.

Pass 2 Jul 2007 40,657 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST BLOW HAS STARTED TO BLOW AND THE WHOLE OF THE EXHAUST IS RUSTY.

Pass 7 Jul 2006 39,760 miles

MAIN BEAMS AND DIP BEAMS STARTED TO WORK WHEN SWITCH HAD BEEN TURN ON AND OFF 2 TIMES.

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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G511 RGU is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 G511 RGU, 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

How do I check the history of G511 RGU?

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What year was G511 RGU registered?

G511 RGU is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 3 November 1989.

Is G511 RGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G511 RGU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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