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K52 FRM

1993 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,269 mi
Last recorded4,269 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2008
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra51,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK52 FRM
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2008 4,269 miles

ADVISE, BOTH FRONT BRAKE FLEXI HOSES PERISHING.

ADVISE, BOTH REAR C V GAITORS PERISHING.

ADVISE, FRONT TO REAR METAL FUEL PIPES CORRODING TO LIMIT.

ADVISE, N/S/R TYRE PERISHING & CRACKING.

ADVISE, REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODING TO LIMIT.

ADVISE, front anti-roll bar bushes perishing.

Fail 20 Oct 2008 4,269 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ADVISE, BOTH FRONT BRAKE FLEXI HOSES PERISHING.

ADVISE, BOTH REAR C V GAITORS PERISHING.

ADVISE, FRONT TO REAR METAL FUEL PIPES CORRODING TO LIMIT.

ADVISE, N/S/R TYRE PERISHING & CRACKING.

ADVISE, REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODING TO LIMIT.

ADVISE, front anti-roll bar bushes perishing.

Pass 23 Oct 2007 1,951 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 1,951 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 174 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 157 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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K52 FRM is a 1993 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K52 FRM, 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 K52 FRM?

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What year was K52 FRM registered?

K52 FRM is a 1993 Ford Sierra, first registered on 24 February 1993.

Is K52 FRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K52 FRM shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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