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L414 XLL

1997 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,538 mi
Last recorded84,538 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL414 XLL
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 84,538 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 84,532 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 84,526 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 75,105 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 75,105 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear 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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L414 XLL is a 1997 Ford Sierra in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L414 XLL, 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 29 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 L414 XLL registered?

L414 XLL is a 1997 Ford Sierra, first registered on 28 July 1997.

Is L414 XLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L414 XLL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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