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K285 FJN

1993 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,188 mi
Last recorded9,188 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra51,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK285 FJN
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2016 9,188 miles

Nearside Rear wheel arch showing signs of corrossion

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

no rear seat fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Jan 2015 107,251 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 105,666 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

early signs of corrossion near side rear sill

Pass 28 Jul 2012 104,699 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 99,594 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 15 May 2010 47,813 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 44,051 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 40,705 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 34,514 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 22,239 miles

corrosion to near side sill panel

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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K285 FJN is a 1993 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 K285 FJN, 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 K285 FJN registered?

K285 FJN is a 1993 Ford Sierra, first registered on 14 January 1993.

Is K285 FJN safe to buy?

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