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G749 NBT

1989 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,769 mi
Last recorded16,769 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG749 NBT
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 16,769 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 16,626 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 16,417 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside headlamp dim but still giving adequate light output

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 15,181 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION TO BOTH FRONT INNER SILLS & FLOORS

Pass 3 Sep 2019 15,150 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 15,129 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 15,118 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 14,799 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION TO REAR END OF BOTH INNER SILLS TO FLOORS

Pass 26 Mar 2013 14,396 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,247 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,810 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 13,203 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 12,409 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 11,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 9,121 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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G749 NBT is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G749 NBT, 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 G749 NBT registered?

G749 NBT is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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