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K287 MGF

1993 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

89,075 mi
Last recorded89,075 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra51,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK287 MGF
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 89,075 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 89,075 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 85,328 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 80,675 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 79,833 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 77,530 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 73,293 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 69,162 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 69,120 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,280 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 64,134 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 61,826 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 61,826 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 58,998 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advise near side front brake hose slightly †twisted

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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K287 MGF is a 1993 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K287 MGF, 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 K287 MGF registered?

K287 MGF is a 1993 Ford Sierra, first registered on 21 January 1993.

Is K287 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K287 MGF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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