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G530 XLH

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,531 mi
Last recorded3,531 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2010
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG530 XLH
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2010 3,531 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

T.C.A bushes perishing

extensive general underside and rear chassis corrosion

rear bumber damaged

Fail 19 Jan 2010 3,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

T.C.A bushes perishing

extensive general underside and rear chassis corrosion

rear bumber damaged

Pass 6 Jan 2009 1,328 miles

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

extensive general underside and chassis surface corrosion

rear bumber damaged

Fail 5 Jan 2009 1,328 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

extensive general underside and chassis surface corrosion

rear bumber damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2008 98,821 miles

general underside corrosion

t.c.a bushes perishing

Fail 15 Jan 2008 98,783 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

general underside corrosion

t.c.a bushes perishing

Pass 15 Dec 2006 95,283 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 89,127 miles

light general underside corrosion

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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G530 XLH is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 G530 XLH, 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 G530 XLH registered?

G530 XLH is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 10 August 1989.

Is G530 XLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G530 XLH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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