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G747 ETX

1989 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,094 mi
Last recorded99,094 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG747 ETX
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 99,094 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear seats and belts removed

Fail 24 Jan 2026 99,094 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear seats and belts removed

Pass 1 Feb 2025 99,093 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 99,073 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 99,040 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 99,031 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 97,711 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 96,595 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 95,388 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 94,107 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 89,702 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 89,702 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 81,928 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 81,882 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 81,870 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 31 Jan 2008 81,856 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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G747 ETX is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 G747 ETX, 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 G747 ETX registered?

G747 ETX is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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