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G738 XOO

1989 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,078 mi
Last recorded85,078 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG738 XOO
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2015 85,078 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 84,155 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2013 83,346 miles

power steering pump noisy

Fail 10 Sep 2013 83,333 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 82,406 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 81,420 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 20 Sep 2010 80,439 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 80,409 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 79,236 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 78,178 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 78,142 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 77,283 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 77,283 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 76,330 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Sep 2006 76,285 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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G738 XOO is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G738 XOO, 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 G738 XOO registered?

G738 XOO is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 13 September 1989.

Is G738 XOO safe to buy?

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