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J842 XSG

2017 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,320 mi
Last recorded97,320 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ842 XSG
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 May 2026 97,320 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 50,799 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 43,330 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 33,688 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 126,125 miles
Pass 9 May 2005 122,318 miles

tyre repair on near side front inner side wall

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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J842 XSG is a 2017 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J842 XSG, 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 9 years old, this Ford Sierra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J842 XSG registered?

J842 XSG is a 2017 Ford Sierra, first registered on 19 June 2017.

Is J842 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J842 XSG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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