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J8 COS

1993 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,864 mi
Last recorded78,864 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra51,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 COS
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2010 78,864 miles

o/s/f headlight has a stone chip

rear tyres are worn on edges

Pass 26 Oct 2009 71,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 63,568 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 55,615 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 46,565 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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J8 COS is a 1993 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 51,864 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 J8 COS, 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 33 years old, this Ford Sierra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 COS registered?

J8 COS is a 1993 Ford Sierra, first registered on 24 September 1993.

Is J8 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 COS shows 5 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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