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K540 NMF

1993 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,187 mi
Last recorded64,187 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Ford Sierra51,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK540 NMF
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2022 64,187 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded from rear t piece to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced internal reflector lost all its surface (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner and outer sills holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 61,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2019 56,817 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake form front to back slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 56,628 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip off (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake form front to back slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 38,600 miles

Nail in tyre Thorn ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 38,600 miles

Nail in tyre Thorn ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 25,086 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 24,763 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both lower 4 bushes (2.4.G.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 17,000 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 16,764 miles

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

Coolant leak radiator ()

Front bumper damaged

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear tyre getting low

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 6,871 miles

Front tyres getting low & perishing

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

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

front bumper damaged

Fail 7 Sep 2015 6,778 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front tyres getting low & perishing

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d type (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d type (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

front bumper damaged

Pass 4 Sep 2014 92,350 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 84,753 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 84,753 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 76,936 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

n/s/rear driveshaft boot split

Pass 13 May 2010 71,872 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 31,321 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 59,736 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 57,440 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 55,842 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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K540 NMF is a 1993 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K540 NMF, 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.

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What year was K540 NMF registered?

K540 NMF is a 1993 Ford Sierra, first registered on 30 April 1993.

Is K540 NMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K540 NMF shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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