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ROI 5248

1990 Ford Sierra

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,576 mi
Last recorded17,576 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROI 5248
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 17,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 17,535 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 16,262 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 14,810 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 14,810 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 14,001 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,498 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 10,951 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 9,506 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 9,233 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 8,914 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,614 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 8,576 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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ROI 5248 is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ROI 5248, 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 ROI 5248 registered?

ROI 5248 is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 4 June 1990.

Is ROI 5248 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROI 5248 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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