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G880 OVE

1989 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,642 mi
Last recorded47,642 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG880 OVE
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,642 miles

Oil leak

slight light interaction on the rear

slight surface corrosion to various parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

some brake pipes and ferruls slightly corroded

various bushes slightly deteriorated

welding been done looks ok at time of test

Fail 1 Jun 2013 47,626 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

slight light interaction on the rear

slight surface corrosion to various parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

some brake pipes and ferruls slightly corroded

various bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2011 39,138 miles

Both outer sills have plastic over covers

Brake pipes covered in underseal

Fail 23 Aug 2011 39,119 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Both outer sills have plastic over covers

Brake pipes covered in underseal

Pass 13 Sep 2010 39,020 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 39,014 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 37,918 miles

Advise:- Nearside rear flexible brake pipe ferrule ends showing signs of corrosion.

Advise:- Offside rear flexible brake pipe ferrule ends showing signs of corrosion.

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Please Note:- Vehicle fitted with plastic side skirts covering outer sills both sides.

Pass 14 Jul 2006 32,064 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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G880 OVE is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Black with a 2,933cc 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 G880 OVE, 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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G880 OVE is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 18 August 1989.

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