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TLA 30

1990 Ford Sierra

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests34 (20 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

47,362 mi
Last recorded47,362 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Sierra49,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLA 30
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 14 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 47,362 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 47,361 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 47,326 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 47,029 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 46,829 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 46,202 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Underbody has extensive welding repairs and undersealed

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 46,179 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Underbody has extensive welding repairs and undersealed

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 46,122 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 45,136 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust rubber split

front number plate cracked

rear brake back plates corroded

surface corrosion under body , brakes and suspension components

Pass 15 Jan 2021 44,403 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 43,303 miles

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

all four tyres wearing on inner edge

coolant level low

exhaust rubber broken

Pass 14 Jan 2019 42,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Upper top suspension mount play

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 42,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper top suspension mount play

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 39,467 miles

slight grease leak from o/s/f inner c g gaiter

Pass 25 Jan 2017 36,034 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 36,031 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits ABANDONED DUE TO EXHAUST (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE (7.1.2)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc N/S/F INNER (2.5.C.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc N/S/F OUTER (2.5.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S CENTRE FLOOR/SILL AREA HOLED >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S/R INNER SILL, END SILL, OUTER SILL, INNER WHEEL ARCH THROUGH TO SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREA + INNER FLOOR >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S/R END SILL INNER SILL INTO WHEEL ARCH >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S/F TOP MOUNTING AREA AREA >>> (NOTE: SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN ON THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY) (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (3.6.B.4d)

REAR BOOT WELL AREA CORRODED/HOLED

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING AREAS (2.4.A.3)

REAR BOOT WELL AREA CORRODED/HOLED

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F INNERV EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/R INNERV EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F INNER EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/R INNER EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

VEHICLE PRESCRIBED AREAS NOW RESEMBLE A PATCH-WORTH QUILT OF PREVIOUS REPAIR. THIS RAISES DOUBTS TO ITS STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

Pass 4 Dec 2015 32,889 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT >>> NEW ADVISED (3.6.B.4d)

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S/F INNER (2.4.G.4e)

FRONT PROP RUBBER DRIVE PERISHED

FUEL PUMP CARRIER AREA CORRODED

REAR BOOT FLOOR REAR PANELS WITH REAR INNER WING AREAS CORRODED/HOLED

REAR MAIN PRESCRIBED AREAS NUMEROUS WELDED REPAIRS (PATCH ON PATCH)

Fail 26 Nov 2015 32,889 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded N/S REAR @CALIPER (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases TWO AREAS (YELLOWED) (7.1.2)

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance O/S DIM (1.1.A.3d)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp aim too low O/S (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working O/S (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance O/S DIM + FLICKERS (1.2.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S FRONT FLOOR AREA (YELLOWED) (2.4.A.3)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S INNER FRONT BALD EXTREME EDGE >>>NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded O/S/REAR @CALIPER (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S OUTER SEAT MOUNTING AREA (YELLOWED) (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S OUTER SEAT MOUNTING AREA (YELLOWED) (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) LOWER COLUMN BUSH MASSIVE PLAY/MOVERMENT (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT >>> NEW ADVISED (3.6.B.4d)

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S/F INNER (2.4.G.4e)

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S/F OUTER (2.4.G.4e)

FRONT PROP RUBBER DRIVE PERISHED

FUEL PUMP CARRIER AREA CORRODED

REAR BOOT FLOOR REAR PANELS WITH REAR INNER WING AREAS CORRODED/HOLED

REAR MAIN PRESCRIBED AREAS NUMEROUS WELDED REPAIRS (PATCH ON PATCH)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S FRONT FLOOR AREA (YELLOWED) JUST OUT SIDE PRESCRIBED AREA >>> REPAIR ADVISED (2.4.A.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S INNER FRONT BALD EXTREME EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S INNER FRONT BALD EXTREME EDGE >>>NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)

WHEEL/TYRE ALIGNMENT ISSUES

WIPERS SLAM LOWER BULKHEAD

Pass 28 Nov 2014 29,871 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 29,870 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 25,263 miles

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 25,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 19,267 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 19,267 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 12,286 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

n/s/ inner boot split

slight play in steering column

Fail 25 Nov 2010 6,537 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear upper shock absorber mounting areas showing signs of advanced rust

Pass 25 Nov 2010 6,537 miles

both rear upper shock absorber mounting areas showing signs of advanced rust

Pass 18 Nov 2009 4,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front inner cv boot is split

slight play in offside inner steering joint

slight play in steering column

Pass 6 Dec 2008 3,990 miles

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

nearside front inner cv boot is split

slight play in steering column and offside inner steering joint

Fail 25 Nov 2008 3,990 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

nearside front inner cv boot is split

slight play in steering column and offside inner steering joint

Pass 23 Nov 2007 3,263 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front inner cv boot is split

nearside rear inner sill is rusty

offside front tyre is low on tread on inside edge

slight play in steering column

Pass 22 Nov 2006 2,550 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 2,550 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2006 2,470 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside 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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TLA 30 is a 1990 Ford Sierra in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 TLA 30, 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.

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TLA 30 is a 1990 Ford Sierra, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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