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K338 VRU

1993 Ford Sierra

Silver Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,814 mi
Last recorded11,814 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2009
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra51,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK338 VRU
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2009 11,814 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both nearside and offside front compliance bushes worn.

Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,620 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,305 miles

[1] all brake hoses perishing †[2] rear chassis legs corroding

Pass 28 Jun 2006 2,160 miles

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

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

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

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

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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K338 VRU is a 1993 Ford Sierra in Silver with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K338 VRU, 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

How do I check the history of K338 VRU?

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What year was K338 VRU registered?

K338 VRU is a 1993 Ford Sierra, first registered on 5 March 1993.

Is K338 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K338 VRU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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