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H988 PDC

1990 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,792 mi
Last recorded85,792 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH988 PDC
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 85,792 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 84,767 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 83,995 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 82,067 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 77,776 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 77,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 77,008 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 May 2012 77,006 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2012 76,796 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 75,834 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 75,360 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 74,888 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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H988 PDC is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 49,918 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 H988 PDC, 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 36 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H988 PDC registered?

H988 PDC is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H988 PDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H988 PDC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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