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G601 ORJ

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,993 mi
Last recorded31,993 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG601 ORJ
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 31,993 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 31,993 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested burst brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

corrosion build up around rear shock mounts and n/s and o/s suspension arms

Pass 24 Feb 2023 31,990 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 31,623 miles

corrosion build up around offside rear upper shock absorber mount

corrosion build up on nearside rear upper shock absorber mount

corrosion build up on offside and nearside rear suspension arms

possible fuel sweat at fuel tank

slight play in offside and nearside steering rack arms

surface corrosion build up on offside rear brake disc

Fail 11 Jul 2014 31,623 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

corrosion build up around offside rear upper shock absorber mount

corrosion build up on nearside rear upper shock absorber mount

corrosion build up on offside and nearside rear suspension arms

possible fuel sweat at fuel tank

slight bind on offside rear brake

slight play in offside and nearside steering rack arms

surface corrosion build up on offside rear brake disc

Pass 21 Mar 2012 31,604 miles

condensation build up inside offside and nearside headlights

engine misfiring

rear wiper blade torn

slight play in offside and nearside steering rack arms

Fail 20 Mar 2012 31,604 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

condensation build up inside offside and nearside headlights

engine misfiring

rear wiper blade torn

slight play in offside and nearside steering rack arms

Pass 16 Sep 2009 31,165 miles

unable to rotate wheels to inspect wheel bearings for roughness due to the four wheel drive system on vehicle

Fail 12 Sep 2009 31,147 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

light grease present on front flexi brake hoses due to insecure CV boots

unable to rotate wheels to inspect wheel bearings for roughness due to the four wheel drive system on vehicle

Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,133 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 22,226 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 16,178 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,961 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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G601 ORJ is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G601 ORJ, 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 G601 ORJ registered?

G601 ORJ is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 18 September 1989.

Is G601 ORJ safe to buy?

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