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NOV 263

1990 Ford Sierra

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,574 mi
Last recorded15,574 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOV 263
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 15,574 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 15,232 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 15,101 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 14,908 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 14,486 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 14,345 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 14,000 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 14,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 13,839 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 13,382 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 13,371 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 13,278 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 11,533 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 11,533 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2007 9,507 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 4,688 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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NOV 263 is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1990 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 49,918 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 NOV 263, 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 36 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NOV 263 registered?

NOV 263 is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is NOV 263 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOV 263 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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