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YGW 848Y

1982 Ford Sierra

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

438 mi
Last recorded438 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1982 Ford Sierra49,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGW 848Y
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 438 miles

Radiator slightly insecure

Pass 27 Aug 2014 383 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 380 miles

Both front brake flexy ferrules corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2013 380 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front brake flexy ferrules corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2012 97,240 miles

exhaust mounting rubbers starting to split

front bulkhead panel starting to rust

front complience- lower suspension arm bushes slight movement

nearside front wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear

nearside rear handbrake performance slightly low

offside inner sill panel starting to rust

slight oil leak

steering column slight movement

suspension coil springs starting to rust

Pass 25 Nov 2010 96,510 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

centre exhaust bracket slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Nov 2009 95,408 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

fan belt needs replaceing

Fail 18 Nov 2009 95,403 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

fan belt needs replaceing

nearside rear tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

Pass 3 Dec 2008 94,296 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 93,120 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 90,783 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 88,817 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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YGW 848Y is a 1982 Ford Sierra in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,432 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 YGW 848Y, 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 44 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 YGW 848Y registered?

YGW 848Y is a 1982 Ford Sierra, first registered on 23 December 1982.

Is YGW 848Y safe to buy?

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