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G899 WPU

1989 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,014 mi
Last recorded59,014 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG899 WPU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 59,014 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play both side inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 57,289 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Mar 2018 55,431 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 54,050 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases drive joints clicking (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 53,259 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 52,975 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 52,975 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 52,946 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 52,933 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 50,626 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 50,110 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 46,787 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 44,774 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 44,774 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 41,959 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 41,636 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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G899 WPU is a 1989 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 G899 WPU, 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 G899 WPU registered?

G899 WPU is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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