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SL 6898

1990 Ford Sierra

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,203 mi
Last recorded40,203 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL 6898
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 May 2026 40,203 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2025 40,201 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 40,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 40,150 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 40,142 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 40,122 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 40,116 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 40,107 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 40,071 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 40,067 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 40,054 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 40,053 miles

rear axle brake pipes beginnin g to rust

slight oil leak beginning to appear at off side end of rack

Pass 14 Jul 2006 40,015 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

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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SL 6898 is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SL 6898, 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 SL 6898 registered?

SL 6898 is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is SL 6898 safe to buy?

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